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answered on Apr 15, 2024
In general, if you have a court-ordered visitation schedule, your ex-partner is obligated to follow that order, even if you live in Puerto Rico and your son lives in New York. However, there are a few important considerations:
1. Jurisdiction: Ensure that the court order is valid and... View More 
He is a mature teenager
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
The laws regarding leaving a 16-year-old child home alone after school can vary by jurisdiction, and Puerto Rico may have its own specific regulations or guidelines. It's important to check with local authorities or consult an attorney in Puerto Rico who is knowledgeable about family and child... View More
I am facing an issue where Missouri has emancipated my child, but Puerto Rico is still requiring me to pay child support. I am wondering why the court gets involved in this matter and how I can address the situation between these two jurisdictions.
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answered on Apr 21, 2025
The court becomes involved in your case due to the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA), which governs child support matters across different jurisdictions. Puerto Rico is considered a "state" under UIFSA, which includes "a state of the United States, the District of... View More
Even though physical separation of non-custodial parent and child is due to be Active Duty. My husband fears to present a motion to revisit this matter due to child support increase request from custodial parent. Also therapy and medical evaluations were not provided to the minor in all this time,... View More
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answered on Sep 13, 2024
It is possible to revisit a child support and custody arrangement, especially if the current circumstances are not benefiting your husband or his relationship with his daughter. Even though child support was established over 10 years ago, the absence of a formal parental plan doesn't mean... View More
I have a 12 year old grandson for the past 7 years and a three year old since a month of birth,father is the only one contributing financially,moms both work and don't help with anything
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answered on Feb 17, 2024
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Parents can financially support their children and provide for them and their wellbeing.
Ive been living in Puerto Rico with my grandmother for the last 5 years, when i came down to pr my parents were in a bad spot and could not properly take care of me, i told her everything and she put me under a guardianship with her, the last time i was informed on what was going on with the... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2023
A person comes of age in Puerto Rico at 21. What your grandmother has told you is not correct nor is it legal. If you're already 21 years of age or older, you are legally capable of making your own decisions and leaving, if you wish to do so.
If you're studying in college, you do... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2023
Puerto Rico labor laws allow for minors to work, so long as it's no more than 20 hours per week. Beyond that, the minor's legal guardian or parent must submit a request for authorization with the Puerto Rico Labor Department.
We had a child custody order, and I maintain jursidiction in my state. She moved to PR with child. Based on my state, child support will end at 18. After it's completed, can she in turn file for child support in PR upon my child turning 18 as a new child support case?
answered on May 29, 2023
First off, she must reside in Puerto Rico with your child for a year, in order to demostrate residence. Once Puerto Rico is the state of residence, adulthood is achieved upon reaching 21. So long as you pay child support, you can present the case to the court or to ASUME (the Administration for... View More
I live in the states
answered on Jan 10, 2023
For a short term guardianship, a sworn testimony from your sister and your nephew's father would be sufficient, stating the date on which the minor would leave Puerto Rico, the date on which your nephew would return to his mom, the address where your nephew would physically reside in your... View More
I want to leave but what happens if she takes my note and takes it to hay judge
answered on Dec 20, 2022
Although in other states, an 18-year old is considered an adult, for the purposes of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Rule of Law says that a person is an adult at 21 years of age. However, an 18-year old may be emancipated (that is, legally brought to adulthood) either by the subscription of a... View More
In Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, I have two boys who are 20 and 18 years old. Instead of using Assume, I have been paying child support through military allotment. My second oldest has been out of school for six months, and my eldest has been out for a year and a half. In Puerto Rico, their collegiate... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2022
In Puerto Rico, a minor reaches legal age when he or she reaches 21 years old. Nevertheless, Rule of Law states that a dependant child may be entitled to receive child support through 25, if said child is studying undergraduate or even graduate studies.
That being said, cessation of payment... View More
Address Loiza, PR. I am married & when traveling back to Florida, I chose to leave my husband, he new of the trip to visit my adult son & he purchased our tickets. Due to years of emotional abuse & an irreconcilable relationship. I have our 9yr old daughter with me, she is homeschooled... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2022
Under normal circumstances, the illegal deprivation of custody is considered a misdemeanor (Article 121 of the Puerto Rico Penal Code); and occurs when a parent is denied the custody of a child. However, it is considered a felony with a fixed jail term of eight (8) years when the minor is... View More
That will give me a lucrative occupation and more income. It will take a year or so. Can I keep joint custody and have him spend time there with me in the states while IIm getting my degree?Unfortunately will change the agreement on the days and time I keep him as we are proposing. Time is an... View More
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answered on Aug 22, 2022
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You will have to notify the court of any changes and circumstances that may alter the agreements so it won't cause any conflict that may affect or reverse any progress on the custody agreements achieved in court.
answered on Aug 12, 2022
I'm not clear on what "FT" means. Nevertheless, once your child becomes of legal age at 21, he or she must assume responsibility for requiring what is no longer "child support", but rather support between relatives ("alimentos entre parientes"). Puerto Rico... View More
My balance is outrageous and based off incorrect information. I never got to see the child. Just looking for information on how to go about this situation.
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answered on Jan 12, 2022
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If your child support payment is based on false information you can always file for review and provide the proper information so the agency can correct the calculations.
How can I prove he is not the father and end his parental rights
answered on Oct 1, 2021
The Puerto Rico Civil Code establishes a presumption that children begotten within a marriage are the offspring of both spouses. A simple paternity test can determine whether of not your husband is the biological father.
Ending your spouse's paternity rights, however, is another... View More
How can I get custody and how long does it take? My wife and I can take great care of him but we need to get back to FL in aprox 10 days.
answered on Sep 22, 2021
Good afternoon. As a general rule, Puerto Rico courts procure that guardians of orphaned minors reside within the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; unless no other alternative guardians are available to care for the minor. A custody case requires that close kin be present at the... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2021
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You will have to file a modification of visitation rights and regime.
Does she need to have her own room? I have a pull out bed for her in my room.
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answered on Apr 13, 2021
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As her legal guardian the state can try to make sure that the minor has her own space and that she-he is provided with everything required for her/his well being taking in consideration the economic means and capability of the legal guardian to be able to take care of the minor.
I got provisional custody of my cousin that is 18 years old as of now. His father is dead and her mother is in the USA , he has a sister but its also in the USA.Also his mother was in a legal battle with his father for years ( she left the kid with his father when he was around 4 years old or 6... View More
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answered on Feb 12, 2021
Greetings:
You may have to address these issues directly to the court. Right now you have physical custody. Since it was temporary. You can request for other guardians to take custody and responsibility.
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