Q: My wife refuses visitation with our child post-divorce announcement. What are my options in Illinois?
I told my wife that I wanted a divorce, and she took our three-year-old child and started living with her mom about a week ago. She is now refusing to let me see our child, citing concerns that our family home isn't safe. I haven't been able to visit my child at her mother's place, as her mother has also prohibited me from coming there. We have no existing court orders or custody agreements. I have attempted multiple times to communicate with my wife about visitation, but she still refuses. What should I do to see my child?
A: You need to get into Court as soon as possible. Unfortunately, Courts are your best remedy available when spouses cannot agree. I would contact an attorney near you to review your options so that you can get parenting time.
Cheryl Powell agrees with this answer
A: So are you waiting for a judgment to be entered? Call your lawyer. No lawyer? Then you need to hire one. A look at the transcript will tell you if you can file a rule to show cause yet or not.
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