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hello i am 18 and still in high school and was adopted by my aunt and uncle. i have recently moved out and she (my aunt) is refusing to give me my legal documents-such as my Social security card, birth certificate, and mail (under my name). is this in anyways legal? and if she continues to refuse... View More 
answered on Apr 6, 2024
You can get your own SS card and birth certificate. Go to the post office and transfer yourail to the new address .
My husband wants to adopt my 9yr old son, he has been in his life since my son was 2. The bio father left when I was 16 wks pregnant and has never had contact & not in the birth certificate. My husband and I have 2 biological children together as well. We own our own home. I would like to avoid... View More
The mother is 16 years of age and the father is 17 years of age and have been dating for over a year. The maternal grandmother is trying to force the mother to give up the baby once it's born (due in October 2024) and neither the mother or father want to give the baby up. The paternal... View More
If I have been to prison for child abuse but I did treatment and have not been in any trouble since my release the caseworker died not want them with me because of my name I was visiting my grandkids but then my daughter got a new caseworker and they stopped my visits I don't know what I need... View More
There's no father listed on the birth certificate, he left when we found out I was 11 weeks pregnant and I haven't seen or heard a word from him since. My fiancee has been the one in his life for the past 6-7 years including his mother and sister. That's the only people my kid has... View More
I'm going to be adopting my step kids and their biological father agrees to give consent as he's not in their life and doesn't want to pay the child support and all so it's win-win for us all. It seems we still have to have a home study conducted in Ohio despite them living with... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
It can be used against you the same way that consuming alcohol can be used against you. If you use to excess or it effects your ability to parent, that will be a strike against you. If it does neither of those things, it is a very low likelihood that it will derail the adoption.
If my ex wanted to use my medical card in Ohio against me, could he despite not having parental rights and my husband having adopted my children?
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
He is not the non-custodial parent if your spouse adopted the kids. He is not a parent at all. It would be basically impossible for him to obtain parental rights by attempting to utilize your use of medical marijuana in a custody dispute.
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
answered on Mar 31, 2024
Yes. Until you are 18 your parents have control over you. They can decide you live at grandma's on the couch or floor, that all of you go to a homeless shelter or wherever it may be absent filth, bugs or feces.
I have three kids (one biological, 2 step), my step kids are 12 and 6, and there biological father has hardly been in there lives. My wife has full custody, and he's court ordered to pay child support. He's paid child support one time in 9 months (December 2023 was the last time and... View More
answered on Mar 31, 2024
The biological father must agree to the adoption under these circumstances. I he goes 1 year with providing support or contacting the children (without interference from you or your wife) you may be able to move forward without his consent. You should contact a family law attorney who also does... View More
Does an employee of DCF or it's CBC entity have authority to do the performance of CPI investigations and the removing children without a warrant,to never allowing reunification.Acting as a fill in.In 2002
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
In 2002, employees of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) in Florida, including those in Polk County, were indeed involved in child protective investigations (CPI). These investigations are a critical part of the efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of children. The DCF, along with... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
The fact you were "told [you] mite be the father of a 1 year old boy that had been in children services" doesn't give you any rights. You need to determine how you want to proceed.
I'm not even certain its considered adoption fraud or something else however proper protocol was not followed & lies used.
This was a dependency case turned termination of parental rights/adoption. I asked the court & case manager to perform a family finding a provision to... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
To address concerns of adoption fraud or misconduct in a dependency case, it’s crucial to gather all relevant documentation and evidence. This includes correspondence with case management, court documents, and any records of communication between family members and case management. Documentation... View More
I've made complaints with the Attorney General,DOJ civil rights,DHHS,County Commissioners,DCF.I was reverted back to DHHS,now this as I understand it is this is the main entity to CPS & DCF and entities,so how can I expect to get a fair investigation or judicial review of their own... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
If you're dealing with violations of civil rights or due process, it can indeed be frustrating if you feel the entities supposed to help are not addressing your concerns adequately. It's important to remember that there are multiple avenues for complaints and advocacy, though navigating... View More
My autistic 8 year old son has lived with his grandparents for little less than a year while I have been in an abusive relationship. I signed over temporary custody to them while I figured out stuff. Now they want to adopt him and have asked me sign off because he would receive full VA benefits.... View More
The adoptive parents are separated and the husband has a restraining order against his wife, the wife is in a mental hospital. The biological families had been allowed contact and visits with the child because the adoptive parents allowed it, but CPS did not contact any of the childs biological... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
In California, when a child is placed in foster care, biological families may have options to intervene, especially if they have maintained a relationship with the child. The first step is to contact the local Child Protective Services (CPS) office handling the case. Express your interest in the... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2024
In many jurisdictions, the term "godparent" does not have a legal significance in the same way it does in religious or cultural contexts. Unlike legal guardians or custodians, godparents typically do not have a legally binding relationship with a child under state law. This is my... View More
Said they not are stuff out are rooms when talking to the people on the phone and they said that would be a another process with that than said property manager was left with my clothes in my room often the fire but water damage 1064mission street 94103
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answered on Mar 18, 2024
Under California law, if you've suffered property loss due to fire or water damage, and you believe the property manager's actions or inactions contributed to the damage, you may have grounds for a civil case. It's important to gather all relevant documentation, such as the police... View More
She has been adopted in 2010 but now wants to live with Me She continues to run away
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear that your daughter has suffered abuse. This is a very serious situation that requires immediate attention. Here are some steps you can take under California law:
1. Report the abuse: Contact the local police department or sheriff's office to report the abuse.... View More
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