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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Father of my child lost custody due to abuse to the mother, me. I currently have a restraining order against him.

I currently have full custody of my child; however, I was recently notified by his parole he has undergone community service. Can I make this permanent? My child will be turning 2 in May.

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answered on Apr 24, 2024

In California, you can seek to make the current custody arrangement permanent by requesting a long-term or "permanent" custody order from the court. Given the history of abuse and the existing restraining order, you have a strong case for maintaining full custody of your child. Here are... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Child Custody for Minnesota on
Q: What is the deadline to start and file an appeal in a custody case in Minnesota?

There is an order dated entered on March 21, 2024.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Child Custody for Minnesota on
Q: What is the deadline to start and file an appeal in a custody case in Minnesota?

There is an order dated entered on March 21, 2024.

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Apr 24, 2024

In most cases, the deadline for filing is 60 days from the date of the final court order. Your case may differ depending on your specific case.

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Eagan Family Law Attorney Minnesota

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Arkansas on
Q: I need to know the beginning steps of begin the process of “taking away the parental rights of a non custodial parent?

The biological father hasn’t been active(no calls, support, ect) in his biological daughter life since she was 1 years old. She’s 9 now. I want to information on how to get the progress going? Do you have yo contact the father of the child? What department do I need to contact ?

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Texas on
Q: Do I get my kids for the last weekend in May after school ends?

My papers say that I get my kids the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Friday of every month. My summer possession are as follows I get two weeks in June and two weeks in July. The papers also state that I get them in the summer for my regularly weekend visits, but that is not what I was told when they where... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Arkansas on
Q: Our 16 year old granddaughter has asked to live with us after her Dad remarried . He and new wife are now angry and

Isolating her from us, friends , etc. There are a lot more questionable things but what are our visiting rights? Her rights choosing where to live? Or do we just need to call DHS?

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Oklahoma on
Q: My question is regarding the disposition hearing of guardianship of a minor child. I had custody of a minor child who is

Her uncle now has guardianship of her. I am not a blood relative but had the child for 2 and 1/2 years before he got the guardianship of her. I was awarded temporary guardianship of her before he got her. Is there anything that I can do at a disposition docket hearing that would allow me to get... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Arizona on
Q: What do I need to fill out for a petition to modify current orders?

I have the documents for legal decision making, parenting time and child support. But there are also forms for parenting plans - joint legal decisions making or solo legal decision making, joint legal decisions making education orders, solo decision making education orders,order to appear for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Divorce for Florida on
Q: Can a husband accuse his wife of kidnapping their daughter if she wants to leave their house with her as a separation?

The couple can't live together in the same house. Then the mother would like to go to another place with her daughter. But the husband says that what she's doing is called kidnapping. What can the mother do?

Pamela J. Fero
Pamela J. Fero
answered on Apr 22, 2024

If there are no existing divorce proceedings or custody agreements, the mother must secure consent from the other parent or obtain court approval before relocating. This process can become legally intricate, particularly if the other parent opposes the move. Consult a local family law attorney to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: What is the probability of an individual facing jail time if found guilty of contempt of court for child support?

The parent of my child refuses to pay child support even though she is capable of doing so, she was ordered to pay child support in March of 2023, She states that it is complete nonsense and that she will not be paying it and so far has held true to her word on that, The judge also ordered that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for California on
Q: My niece lives in Arizona with her son. At this time they are homeless. My niece has several dogs and will not give them

up. so this makes it hard for them to find a place to live. I am going to be the temporary guardian of my great nephew in Calif. until she can get on her feet. Can i do this without a court. Just a notary with her consent? He is 16 years old. He also has monthly funds that I am assuming will... View More

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answered on Apr 22, 2024

In California, a parent can grant temporary guardianship of their child to another adult without going through the court system, as long as both the parent and the guardian agree to the arrangement. This can be done by drafting a written agreement that clearly outlines the terms of the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Divorce for Texas on
Q: I reside in Harris County. My wife has sued me for divorce in CA. I have 2 Children ages 5, and 8 that live with me here

We separated at the before the beginning of summer in 2023. She unenrolled the kids from school about a week prior to the end of the school year (without my knowledge) During that summer she only let me speak to them 2 times. I was expecting them to be in Texas at her mothers home but they went to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for California on
Q: How feasible is it to modify the agreed upon "temporary" child support and alimony?

During the divorce proceedings, we reached a compromise on the TEMP child support and alimony amounts through an agreement, without using the Dissomaster or a judge's ruling. Our marriage lasted four years, and I have made payments for six months. To my knowledge, the temporary custody... View More

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answered on Apr 22, 2024

Under California law, modifying temporary child support and alimony orders can be challenging, but it is possible if there has been a significant change in circumstances. The court will consider various factors when determining whether to modify the existing orders.

To file a Request for...
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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Divorce for Texas on
Q: I reside in Harris County. My wife has sued me for divorce in CA. I have 2 Children ages 5, and 8 that live with me here

We separated at the before the beginning of summer in 2023. She unenrolled the kids from school about a week prior to the end of the school year (without my knowledge) During that summer she only let me speak to them 2 times. I was expecting them to be in Texas at her mothers home but they went to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Texas on
Q: What do we need to do if we feel the custodial parent household is not safe for children.

We have been having difficulty with the custodial household. We have had instances where the child has been neglected in hygine, health, and possible excessive punishments for small things. We have had to get in touch with cps several times and nothing is being done.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: I recently moved out of state but I have an active child custody arrangement from the court where i moved from

I don’t know what I should do I already contacted the attorney general where I am located

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