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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Colorado on
Q: What is a reasonable time for one parent to submit receipts/statements to request reimbursement for extraordinary expens

There is an order for reimbursement within 30 days, yet other parent waits up to 1 1/2 years to submit receipts for repayment for child's medical care. What, if any, is an actual and acceptable time frame? Not to mention multiple duplicate statements with no proof of payment or prior conferral.

Christopher N. Little
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Christopher N. Little
answered on Apr 8, 2023

Hi There!

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this. I know that co-parenting with an ex can be difficult, and the financial relationship that you two now share is oftentimes wrought with strife, frustration, and consternation. Assuming that your Orders (the parenting plan and the...
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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 »

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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, 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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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 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 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.

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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 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 »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: Can my ex refuse to allow me to pick upour kids at the time that's stated in our parenting plan?

We have a current parenting plan that states I have my children every other weekend starting on Fridays at 5:00. My ex has filed a motion to restrict my parenting time alleging that he thinks the children are endangered due to my boyfriend breaking and entering while the children were here which is... Read more »

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Jan 27, 2023

You mention that your ex filed a motion to restrict your parenting time. If he did so, then there is an automatic injunction that suspends your parenting time until you both get in front of a judge. If he filed on January 20, then there should be a hearing date set by now. The Court has to hear... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: Hello. Is there a way to block a child support modification since the mother refuses to allow me to see the children.

She requested a child support modification and it had nearly doubled. The mother has not allowed me to see the children nor communicate wirh me. She has left the state twice and I couldn't find them for years so how do I stop or block the child support modification? I have not received... Read more »

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Jan 25, 2023

The short answer is no, you can't block a child support modification because the other parent is denying you parenting time. Under Colorado law, the beginning and end of what child support and parenting time have to do with each other is in calculating the overnights.

That does not,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: Can my ex wife use my name? Legally changed her name 2010. Harassing landlord to get me evicted due to custody issues.

My ex-wife moved to Nebraska at the end of 2021. My landlord notified me that she called using my last name to get information about my apartment and living arrangements. She absolutely insisted that they take pictures and invade my privacy. She was curious as to who all was on the lease. She also... Read more »

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Jan 25, 2023

If I am following your explanation correctly, you have been divorced for some time, and in 2010 your ex-wife changed her name so it was no longer the same as your last name. Her legal name is now, and has been for many years, her prior name.

If that is the case, then no, she cannot legally...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: When creating a will do I have the right to state that I don’t want my minor child around certain people till age 18

My child’s paternal grandmother is a addict and a child abuser and is not allowed around or alone with my child until he turns 18 preferably 21 years old

Rebecca Pescador
Rebecca Pescador
answered on Jan 25, 2023

The answer to this is essentially a 2 part answer.

First, yes, you absolutely have the right to express that in your Will. There is broad freedom to include things in your Will. That includes statements about who you prefer to finish raising your minor child, conditions around any...
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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: When having a person served papers do you have tp use a process server or sheriff.

My ex tried hand delivering papers to restrict my parenting time

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answered on Jan 26, 2023

No. Process service is governed by the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure for cases filed in CO state court. While a sheriff is an option, CO permits non-parties to complete service provided they comply with the requirements.

Parties typically are not allowed to serve items that require...
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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: When having a person served papers do you have tp use a process server or sheriff.

My ex tried hand delivering papers to restrict my parenting time

Brock Richard Wood
Brock Richard Wood
answered on Jan 24, 2023

When serving process on a person in Colorado under Colorado Rule of Civil Procedure (C.R.C.P.) 4, any person who is a US citizen 18 years of age or older can be the process server. That person can be a private process server, a Sheriff's deputy, or even a friend or relative of the party to the... Read more »

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: After the CFI report has been filed, and the magistrate said supplemental/rebuttal report needs filed within 14 days…

Can i write a rebuttal report regarding all of the collateral contacts telling bold faced lies that I have proof of?

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answered on Jan 24, 2023

Only a CFI can write a rebuttal report. However, you can submit whatever evidence you have in your testimony in court. There are rules of evidence surrounding character evidence and impeaching someone. If testimony is admitted about the lie, then you can impeach the lie. The CFI Report will be... Read more »

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: After the CFI report has been filed, and the magistrate said supplemental/rebuttal report needs filed within 14 days…

Can i write a rebuttal report regarding all of the collateral contacts telling bold faced lies that I have proof of?

Brock Richard Wood
Brock Richard Wood
answered on Jan 23, 2023

You can always challenge the CFI's conclusions and recommendations if you believe that a third party told a lie to the CFI and the CFI relied on that lie in coming to a conclusion or recommendation in the CFI's report. If you are filing a rebuttal document, make sure to attach the... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: I’m in a custody case what form is it to get a default judgment order so I can have the other person drop from case.

She was served it’s been 96 days and she still hasn’t filed a response nor any paper work. However she has been to the first meeting and mediation. But haven’t file parenting plan a response sworn financial statement nothing. So I want her to be dropped from the case if that’s possible

Brock Richard Wood
Brock Richard Wood
answered on Jan 23, 2023

In Colorado, you can ask the court to set a "default judgment hearing" if the other side just goes "radio silent" like this. At a default judgment hearing, the other side may be limited in the evidence they can put before the judge because the other side has not complied with... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: When the petitioner needs to change the venue for child custody jurisdiction, does the petitioner need to be re served?

How will the respondent know the jurisdiction is changed?

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answered on Jan 22, 2023

It depends. Venue can only be changed under certain circumstances. Usually an action has to be filed in the county where the Respondent resides.

The other party has to be notified of every document filed in a case.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: When changing a venue for child custody, does the petioner have to have the respondent re-served?

Does a venue change have to occur or is just an option for a custody case for a child under 6

Brock Richard Wood
Brock Richard Wood
answered on Jan 21, 2023

In Colorado, a child custody case (known as an "allocation of parental responsibilities" case) is filed in the county in which the child resides or where the child is found. See Section 14-10-123, Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.):

"(1) A proceeding concerning the...
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