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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: Is it legal for someone to go through phone, screenshot messages they weren’t part of and withhold the phone from you?

My son’s dad took his phone while at his house and is withholding it from him. It is ordered he can take it with him while over there to use. However his dad will only allow 30 mins talk time with me. They give it to him for the 30 mins while monitoring the whole time.then they take it back as... View More

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Q: Unmarried parents, are no longer in a relationship and have a child together. There is no parenting plan at this time

After followng a set visitation schedule for over a year, one parent decides to not return the child, when can the primary care giver claim custodial interference, if at all?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Kentucky on
Q: My brother and his girlfriend wanna give me there baby what do I need to do? An will cps be involved?

My brother an his girlfriend have a baby he just turned 1 they both say they can't care for him mentally or financially an there splitting up and wanna give him to me there asking me if cps would have to be involved? and if so would they let me keep him? They don't want him in foster care... View More

Timothy Denison
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answered on Dec 1, 2023

You can file a custody action and do it all by agreement, most likely without any intervention from CPS.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Alabama on
Q: Should I, the defendant in a child custody case ,cease contact with the plaintiff
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answered on Nov 30, 2023

In general, it's best to avoid contact with the plaintiff in a child custody case if you can. This can help to reduce conflict and make it easier to resolve the case. However, there may be some cases where it's necessary to have contact with the plaintiff, such as to exchange information... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for North Carolina on
Q: My mother is deceased she passed before I could meet her and I found out my father wasn't my biological father I also

Found out the hospital I was born at was shut down because of illegal activities I need help I want to know the truth about my parents and what really happens in that hospital when me and my mom was there in. 1987

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Arizona on
Q: Pre trial statement sent yesterday , new evidence came to light today ,is there anything we can do ?

Dcs removed kids from mom in Feb for drug use , she was told to stay away from druggie boyfriend in order to have contact with the kids , custody trial is 12/4 pretrial statement was sent 11/29 .video of her at boyfriends house came to light today 11/30 anything we can do to submit evidence for... View More

Stephen M Vincent
Stephen M Vincent
answered on Nov 30, 2023

Yes, I would discuss it all involved ASAP and submit it to the Court as a Supplemental Exhibit ASAP as well. Be aware that the Court might reject it, but it's certainly worth a try. You will also want to review the Court's guidelines for how to submit video evidence.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Mississippi on
Q: In Mississippi if you don't have your child and you're trying to get your child back can you live with someone else

I have a boyfriend but I'm not married and I was just wondering because I want to try to get my baby back

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: Can a judge in a custody case order random weekly UA's from a parent?

Can a judge order weekly random UA's from one parent in a custody case when they have no evidence that the said parent is/was using drugs? The accusations from the other parent were not valid and they had no evidence or proof. The parent ordered to take the tests even submitted 42 individual... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Texas on
Q: My ex passed away this week he was married to another lady for 7 years he got one daughter in the divorce I got the othe

She is saying that now she has custody and my daughter is staying there is that right

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for California on
Q: Do I fire my court appointed attny in cps case? Kids are still in foster care after 4 mos. And no court yet. I'm innocen

My 2 teens school lies to me about kids behavior, and whereabouts and attendance. They tell my kids im psycho. The School Calls my mom instead of me when my daughter gets caught drunk at school then locks me out of office with my daughter and parents inside. They Fail to tell me about death threats... View More

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answered on Nov 30, 2023

In your situation, it's crucial to carefully consider the advice of your court-appointed attorney. They are there to guide you through the legal process, especially in complex child welfare cases. However, if you feel that your attorney is not adequately representing your interests or you have... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Texas on
Q: What the steps to get primary custody of my kids? Would I be able to get child support?

I want to get primary custody of my 2 daughters, now that I have a job and a home.

I would need child support for the preschool and such. I would be okay with sharing custody with him.

I need advice on how to go about getting this custody arrangement changed.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: Does there have to be a formal documentation of custodial arrangement?

A father is awarded custody of a child following a divorce. Since the father is in service at the time, temporary custody goes to the paternal grandparents pending the father's return from duty per the divorce agreement. Upon return the father never assumes custody, the child remains with... View More

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answered on Nov 30, 2023

You need to return to the court that issued the most recent order on custody/ timesharing and ask for clarification (or modification) if the circumstances have changed. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Michigan on
Q: When can I file for abandonment in Michigan?

My child’s father has not contacted me in 5 months and hasn’t physically seen her in a year. We do not have any custody arrangement and I receive no support. He is on the birth certificate and she has his last name, I have no idea where he is.

0 Answers | Asked in Adoption and Child Custody for Pennsylvania on
Q: im 15,when i was born my mom gave custody to my aunt,when i was 12 my mom gained custody.how can i go back with my aunt?

i dont want to live with my mother, we dont get along and im not happy with her. i feel its better for me to live with my aunt but i dont know how i can move back with her and i cant just talk to my mom about it because she just screams at me and doesnt care about my opinion. ill do whatever it... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Mississippi on
Q: Had a cs case for two minors. Now one is 25 and in the army and the other is 20 and has graduated. The mother moved away

Thought cs was over haven't heard from her in 2 years and know mdhs says I owe them 200 amonth because cs payments must be paid directly to them. Do I u just pay this or go back to court

0 Answers | Asked in Adoption, Child Custody and Family Law for Texas on
Q: how can I go about adopting a child I took care of but now my ex is keeping me from the child. we aren't legal guardians

we aren't the legal guardians that's still with the gma whom i have contact with who he is also not allowing to see the child. I want to know what my options are and what it is i can do. I've been battling for months in my heart trying to figure out who can help or point me in the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can a guardian at litum force you to move in a domestic violence case??
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answered on Nov 30, 2023

No, but the GAL will report bad things about you to Court.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Virginia on
Q: Can I get adopted by someone else if my parents agree or if I go to court or can they let me live with someone else

I am not being abused or sexually harassed but my mental health is being damaged and I do not like the environment I am in and wish to get out

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for California on
Q: My son needs help for his girlfriend. She has a temporary custody order her son but the dad has taken the son to another

state. Are you aware of any Pro Bono help they can get here in Santa Rosa CA??

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answered on Nov 29, 2023

In a situation like this, seeking legal assistance is crucial. Since the father has taken the child to another state, it's important to understand how the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) applies, as it governs custody issues across state lines.

In Santa...
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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Texas on
Q: how can I go about adopting a child I took care of but now my ex is keeping me from the child. we aren't legal guardians

we aren't the legal guardians that's still with the gma whom i have contact with who he is also not allowing to see the child. I want to know what my options are and what it is i can do. I've been battling for months in my heart trying to figure out who can help or point me in the... View More

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