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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: We have a parenting plan but can he make me go to Arvada to get my daughter???

We've been having issues we have 50/50 custody and due to all the drama last week I made him meet me at the police station not even 5 minutes away from where we're supposed to meet for the parenting plan but now he's telling me he's going to make me go all the way to Arvada... Read more »

Steven  Visser
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Steven Visser
answered on Mar 30, 2023

If I am understanding your situation, you have a parenting plan with a designated location for exchanging the child(ren). Neither parent should "make" the other meet at a different location unless it is agreed upon, preferably in writing. Parenting time exchanges should also be free... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: My partner's ex wife breaks the parenting plan only when it is "convenient" for her. Does this null and void the plan.

The father of the child agreed to terms for fear of losing his child. 5 years later, the mother of the child does not enforce the parenting plan, and encourages the plan to be broken ESPECIALLY when it is in her benefit.

EX: Father is to have supervised visits. The mother of the child,... Read more »

Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Mar 25, 2023

A parent's failure to comply does not void the court order. Either party can move to enforce the order with the court. Unless Mother has sole decision making, Father should have direct access to medical and educational records.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: Can I legally be forced to communicate with the mother of my children? They are 18, 16, 11. We have joint custody.

She has filed a no contact order and I signed it, but it has exceptions. Mainly, that we can communicate via a specific app and only if it is in the best interests of the children. Since signing that I have sent several messages concerning the children. One about who should tell them there is a no... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: Can a mother win a trial for D&N case if she is the offending parent of a newborn? While fighting an open case.?

New baby with new father new case while separate case open with older child set for APR hearing.

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Mar 13, 2023

I don't think anyone can give you the reassurance you appear to be looking for. Mostly, you're asking us to predict the future.

Is it possible? If all of the facts align correctly, if the Judge sees it from your perspective. Yes, it's technically possible....
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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: Can the same social worker and guardian am litem be appointed in a second case with a mother and child when a new father

2 cps d&n cases same workers appointed and using states of first case to new case with new father involved

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: If a parent can’t make it to every appointment, can they ask a step parent to go in their place?
Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Mar 9, 2023

Generally yes, however it depends on what your court order says. generally a fit parent can delegate care to others of his or her choosing.

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: If a parent can’t make it to every appointment, can they ask a step parent to go in their place?
Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Mar 9, 2023

Since you're asking, I'm guessing that perhaps the relationship with the child's other parent is not particularly cordial. So my first recommendation is read your Orders to see if there is any restriction. Sometimes, there is a restriction in the Order, usually if there has been... Read more »

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Colorado on
Q: when a parent decided to move out of state leaving child with the other parent does there have to be a full 80/20 split

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Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Mar 9, 2023

As Ms. Janko noted, child support is going to have no bearing on the division of parenting time. The one and only time under Colorado law that they have any bearing on each other is when child support is calculated, the parenting time (specifically the number of overnights) is part of the formula.... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: is it fair whenAjudge lets the opposing party2agree onAcontinuance,when the askingParty was not givenAsufficient notice?

How is it fair When a Judge lets the opposing party 2 agree on A continuance,when the Asking Party was not Given A Sufficient notice? Of course the opposing party is going to disagree with the request because it would give the requesting party time to obtain counsel or dispute the facts. So how... Read more »

Steven  Visser
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Steven Visser
answered on Mar 8, 2023

A continuance can be granted by a Court for any number of reasons but usually it needs to be for good cause. The granting or denial of a request to continue a hearing is within the discretion of the Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Family Law, Child Custody and Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: What is considered a sufficient (minimum) amount of time to be given a notice of a family court hearing In hours or day?

So if a opposing party would intentionally show up at my house with the objective to get me arrested for a warrent that was granted off of false information. Then after finally being released from jail 8 days later I would receive a letter via USPS about a hearing to restrict my parenting time... Read more »

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Mar 8, 2023

This question is impossible to answer without more information. Generally, the notice must be "reasonable". Many factors can go into whether it is "reasonable" or not though. In some circumstances it may be "reasonable" to expect parties to appear at a hearing... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: What is the legal term when a parent gets a quick/rushed custody order, as the child is in danger with the other parent
Jeremy Monckton
Jeremy Monckton
answered on Mar 7, 2023

A motion to restrict parenting time is brought pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-129(4), and is an emergency motion asking the court to prohibit all unsupervised parenting time with the children by the other parent because the children are in imminent danger of physical or emotional harm with that parent.... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: I had a permanent orders hearing for custody of my son back in January, but no orders have been put in writing yet and

It is now march, what can I do about this?

Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Mar 4, 2023

The court is on its own timeline so you can not compel a faster order. It may be that there is a minute order, an informal order, in the case file that can be obtained earlier. You could also call the court clerk to see if you can find out any information.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support and Domestic Violence for Colorado on
Q: My 17yr old sister is pregnant and her partner is trying to force her into abortion. what are her rights

he is threatening her that if she doesn't get the abortion then he will make her life hell and have her served with custody papers the day she gives birth and he will make sure she never gets to see the child.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Colorado on
Q: What does Order:Motion to Modify The motion/proposed order attached hereto: SO ORDERED. Mean

I filed to modify child support and this what the judge ordered

Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Mar 2, 2023

Most likely it means that your request was granted. However without seeing the order it is hard to say. Each courthouse has a self represented litigants center. They might be able to help you.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Libel & Slander and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: What can I do about my ex turning my kids away from be?

My ex-husband has convinced my children that I was mean, evil, abusive, and negligent to them. He has told them I'm selfish and all I did was party and yell and scream all their lives. He has them so afraid of me they won't even talk to me. He refused and still refuses to discipline them.... Read more »

Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Feb 25, 2023

I am sorry to hear about your situation. If he is violating a court order with regards to parenting time, you can enforce the order. Most parenting plans have an anti disparagement clause and if he is violating that, you can enforce the order.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Civil Litigation for Colorado on
Q: Could aparent of a child refuse to return child to the guardian after a visit, if there was a safety concern with

My daughter was bit by gaurdians dog and tries to say it was a scratch, i don't want her in her care.

Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Feb 13, 2023

A person can withhold a child for safety reasons, however they risk being in violation of a court order if the issue is brought to Court and the Court determines that there was not imminent harm. Generally when a person withholds a child, that person simultaneously files an emergency motion with... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: Working for a bank do you automatically get help for legal services?

I filed custody for my kids, and their absent dad said he works for a bank so he has more than enough legal help to fight and gets what he wants out of this custody case. Should I believe him? Do I need to get a lawyer as well?

Sabra M. Janko
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answered on Feb 4, 2023

Some employers offer prepaid legal services as an employee benefit, however it is not likely that all banks offer this option.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Colorado on
Q: I need to know about how to help a minor get emancipated

The minor has a job and intends to move in with 2 other people over 18 in a few months

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Feb 3, 2023

Emancipation in Colorado is not something that easily fits in a checklist. It is based on several factors and ultimately the judge uses discretion to weigh all of those factors and make a decision. The bottom line is whether the child can demonstrate a full ability and active effort to currently... Read more »

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