Q: How do I get my one year old back after 3 months away from me?
I was financially struggling and temporarily placed him with his father for his best interest and we agreed that once I was secure I would bring him home
A:
If you had your agreement with your son's father, and it was in-writing, you have a good chance of getting your baby back. If the agreement was not put in a written agreement, then you may be able to use emails, texts, or other communications to build your case for re-unification with your son.
You must file a Petiton for custody in your county District Court or the county where your son resides.
It is best to get an attorney to file your petition and the supporting papers.
If you really can not afford an attorney, you can try to ask for an appointed attorney. In all of this, you should ask for a Guardian Ad Litem, to be appointed for your son's interests. That attorney is there to protect your son from any legal harm or process.
If your present situation includes you being drug-free, a clean, safe house, and you, working or attending school, you
A:
If you had your agreement with your son's father, and it was in-writing, you have a good chance of getting your baby back. If the agreement was not put in a written agreement, then you may be able to use emails, texts, or other communications to build your case for re-unification with your son.
You must file a Petiton for custody in your county District Court or the county where your son resides.
It is best to get an attorney to file your petition and the supporting papers.
If you really can not afford an attorney, you can try to ask for an appointed attorney. In all of this, you should ask for a Guardian Ad Litem, to be appointed for your son's interests. That attorney is there to protect your son from any legal harm or process.
If your present situation includes you being drug-free, living in a clean, safe house, and you are, working or attending school, you have a great chance of winning your rights to be his custodian. However, There are many factors that a court must consider, to change any parental custodian or modify.
To modify a previous custody order You must prove:
1. That there is a change in the circumstances surrounding the child and his care or needs;
2. That the change in circumstances has created a need to change the custody of the child, or otherwise modify any previous court order.
If you have never filed for custody in court, and the father has not either, you have an eve better chance to get your son back in your care.
GO GET A GOOD LAWYER if you can.
I hope this helps.
A:
To get your child back, you'll first need to show that your financial situation has improved and that you're ready to provide a stable home for your child. The fact that you and the father had a mutual agreement about this arrangement is helpful, but you may still need to formalize things, especially if the father is hesitant to return the child.
Start by discussing your improved situation with the father and try to come to a peaceful resolution. If he agrees, you can set a date for the child to come back to you. It’s always best to work together for the sake of your child, avoiding unnecessary conflict.
If the father refuses, you might need to involve the court. You can file a petition to modify any existing custody agreements or seek legal advice on how to assert your parental rights. Be prepared to demonstrate that your home environment is now suitable for your child’s wellbeing.
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