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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: I have physical proof child is being coached by mom. What should I do?

Child has suffered from mental health diagnoses. Mom has tried for years to coach and push hatred into the child regarding the dad. There are text messages to prove the child is being coached and lied to by mom.

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Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 14, 2024

I don't understand the question of, "What should I do?" You can take the other parent back to Court. But unless you do that, there's nothing for you to do. And if you decide to go back to Court I would consult an attorney to determine the proper action to file, so you... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: I have physical proof child is being coached by mom. What should I do?

Child has suffered from mental health diagnoses. Mom has tried for years to coach and push hatred into the child regarding the dad. There are text messages to prove the child is being coached and lied to by mom.

Mom sent dad messages from daughter, which led dad to check and verify... View More

Narissa Juitt-Jackson
Narissa Juitt-Jackson
answered on Jun 4, 2024

You should look at asking the court for a Guardian ad Litem. You can use the text messages as evidence as to why one is needed. A Guardian ad Litem is an unbiased neutral third party appointed by a judge to investigate the best interests of a child.

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1 Answer | Asked in Adoption, Child Custody and Family Law for Michigan on
Q: If child pertective services has you come to there office to sign some papers and then has a officer in the same room

And after signing those papers the hhs tells you by the way this office has something to say and I was arrest for a warrant

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jun 4, 2024

If you had a warrant, I'm unsure there is anything legally you can do about it as the police can execute it any time or place. Same thing could have happened if you were to appear in court on the CPS matter; they could have taken you into custody then.

1 Answer | Asked in Adoption, Family Law and Child Custody for California on
Q: Can cps use a 16 year old case in 2023 to remove a child from there home

Can cps drug test a parent if there not on proll or probation or because of a 16 year old case

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answered on Jun 4, 2024

I understand your concern, but I want to provide some important context first. CPS (Child Protective Services) operates under state-specific laws and guidelines. Their primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of children. CPS investigations and actions are typically based on current... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law, International Law, Family Law and Child Custody for Massachusetts on
Q: Can an International Student get Emancipation in the United States?

I am a 16 year old from Pakistan in the US under a student visa. I study at MIT and currently live on campus in Boston, MA. Can I get Emancipated as my home country Pakistan doesn't have defined laws for emancipation? I have a full time job and I also Invest in Stocks and Shares. I also want... View More

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answered on Jun 3, 2024

As a 16-year-old international student from Pakistan on a student visa, getting emancipated in the United States can be challenging. Emancipation laws vary by state, and in Massachusetts, where you are studying at MIT, minors can petition for emancipation under certain conditions. You must... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Criminal Law and Family Law for California on
Q: My Son is incarcerated and has a child there are no custody orders the mother is putting the child in danger

the mother is on drugs and drinks also plans to move child out of the country. married a guy after knowing him for 6 weeks for financial gain. my son wants me to have guardianship over the child

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answered on Jun 3, 2024

If your son wants you to have guardianship over his child due to the mother’s dangerous behavior, you need to take immediate legal action. The mother's drug use, alcohol abuse, and plans to move the child out of the country, along with her recent marriage for financial gain, present a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: I have a child custody case pending in Georgia, can I move to another county within GA right now?

I have a child custody case that has been filed in my home town by my child's father. My child's father lives out of state over 300 miles away. I have not been getting any help financially with our son during the custody proceedings. So I would like to move to another county where there... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 3, 2024

You should be very careful about moving while you have a custody case pending. If you are not receiving any financial assistance from the father, you should have obtained a temporary order for support while this case was going on. And if you don't know how to go about obtaining that, I would... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: What can I do if my child’s father cut off all communication with me for 8 months but filed for legitimation
Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 3, 2024

You should hire an attorney who can file an Answer to the legitimation action and represent you in court. Because the father may be asking for primary physical custody, and if there is a final order giving him that, you will not be able to change that absent a material change in circumstances down... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: If I have physical custody and we both have split joint legal custody, is he allowed to leave state and not tell me?

I live in Indiana. My daughter’s dad has a record of abuse. We eased into visits having no overnights for a couple months at first. Now he has a gf from another state and goes there and leaves our child there and never tells me where she is, if she left state or who has her while he is working.

Robbin Trowbridge Benko
Robbin Trowbridge Benko
answered on Jun 3, 2024

He is obligated to tell you were he will be taking your child especially if your child is “being left” with the gf. He is required to inform you why is your daughter being left with the gf. Where is he? Look in your court documents to see if the parents were given “right of first... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Who has jurisdiction/venue over Georgia legitimation case if the mother/child no longer lives in the county filed?

We moved in September and documents were filed in December. The address is outside of the county where documents were filed.

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 3, 2024

You don't become a resident of most places in 2 months. You have to look at the residency requirements for the state and county in which you live. And if documents were filed, I would suggest you look into hiring an attorney to represent you.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Do out of state custody orders have to be domesticated in order to be enforceable? what's the timeline req. to do so?

What happens if the out of state order wasnt domesticated? How long is the custody order valid for without domestication? Are there statue of limitations regarding this? My child's father hasn't allowed me to see our son since January of this year. Our son just turned 2 on May 12th.... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 3, 2024

If you have an order that is not being followed you should speak with an attorney and provide them with more information, so they can advise you on the next steps. Because what you do next depends on where the order originated, where the parties reside now, what allegations of contempt are being... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Document state my ex husband is to have our girls every other week this summer he has informed me he can only do weekend

And will not help with childcare for those weeks he also explained I must get on a co parent app to contact him due to his gf not wanting us to have communication with out her knowing what all was said and if I don’t get the app I will not be able to contact him cause he is changing his number... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 3, 2024

When a non-custodial parent is awarded visitation through a court order, there is no penalty if they decide not to exercise it. There is nothing you can do to force him to take the children if he does not want too. You also can't force him to pay for childcare unless an order already says he... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Hello im currently trying to figure out how to get my boyfriends name on our sons birth certificate.We’re not married.

My sons bio father does nothing for him,doesn’t see him anymore he also stays in another state and i doubt he’s willing to give up his parental rights even though i can prove he isn’t fit to be a parent.My boyfriend has been caring for my son and doing for him since he was 1 month old.We do... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Jun 3, 2024

You aren't able to simply put your boyfriends name on your child's birth certificate because he helps to support your child. If your boyfriend was able to ever adopt your son, after marriage, then he would have legal rights. But no, you can't simply remove the biological father and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Wisconsin on
Q: My kids father left for rehab in another state over a year ago and now is outta treatment living working in that state.

When is it child abondment

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answered on Jun 3, 2024

Abandonment is only considered in termination of parental rights cases when there is also an accompanying adoption. In that case, it would be six months with absolutely no contact with the child.

In Wisconsin with Family Court cases, if he is not exercising court ordered placement, you can...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Florida on
Q: My wife has 2 children from a previous marriage. We want to move to Orlando. Her ex doesn't work and pays for none of

The kids Insurance or extracurricular activities. My family, her family, and even his family live in the Orlando area. They have 50/50 time with the kids. We have no idea how he pays his bills as he hasn't worked In over a year. What do we have to do to force him to let us move.

Pamela J. Fero
Pamela J. Fero
answered on Jun 3, 2024

Try to talk with the kids' dad. Since you all have ties to Orlando, he might see the move as beneficial too. If he agrees, that's good! Just be sure to get that agreement in writing. If he’s not on board or things are a bit tricky, then you might need to petition the court for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Civil Rights and Family Law for Virginia on
Q: what are the stipulations of a capias order being recalled in circuit court
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answered on Jun 3, 2024

To have a capias order recalled in circuit court, you need to take specific steps. First, you or your attorney must file a motion to recall the capias with the court that issued the order. This motion should clearly explain why the capias was issued and provide any justifications or evidence that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for North Carolina on
Q: How can I have my daughter returned home to me if my ex, who has no rights, has taken her and refuses to bring her back?

He is not on her birth certificate, we have no custody agreement, he doesn't pay child support, and he has barely been involved in her life for the last two years. She is now 4, and he has obtained temporary emergency custody through an ex parte 50-B, which he lied on. I filed a motion to set... View More

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answered on Jun 2, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear about what you're going through. It's important to stay strong and keep fighting for your daughter. Since the judge denied your motion and you weren't allowed to speak, you should consider filing an appeal or seeking a modification of the custody order.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for California on
Q: IS IT LEGAL FOR FOSTER PARENTS TO CHANGE SOMETHING THAT WAS COURT ORDERED WITH OUT SEEING A JUDGE FIRST

CAN F PARENTS FORCE YOUR CHILD TO GET A VACCINATION SHOT WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE,ALL HER VACCINATIONS ARE UP TO DATE. COVID OR FLU SHOT MOST LIKLY F PARENTS SAID THEY DONT HAVE TO ASK OR TELL US WHAT THE SHOT WAS.IS THIS LEGAL SHE HAS BEEN IN THEIR CARE FOR A WEEK.

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answered on Jun 2, 2024

Under California law, foster parents do not have the authority to change anything that has been court-ordered without obtaining approval from the court. Court orders regarding a child's welfare must be followed unless a judge has reviewed and approved any modifications.

Foster parents...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Iowa on
Q: I need assistance to get my God son to either my care or "?". Crupt CPS and DHS here in Hamilton county Iowa

i am a god parent and mentor for my best friends son he 14 years old .dhs an cps kidnapped him from home under faules accusations he has been bounced around from foster care to foster care . he has slight case of Autism hes very intelligent and know whats going on . He has told his lawyer and dhs... View More

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answered on Jun 1, 2024

It sounds like you are deeply concerned about the well-being of your godson and want to provide him with a safe and loving environment. To address this situation, you may need to take several steps to advocate for his best interests. Start by documenting everything, including your godson's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Visitation granted to grandparent with no past bond or any connection. Now what?

No former relationship to grandson, the mother of the male counterpart to my dautghter (NCP), yet a judge granted four hours every other weekend. This is ludicris! my grandson has no knowledge of this woman. She is a stranger to him. No criteria, no bond, no contact attempted until now. I HAVE to... View More

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answered on Jun 1, 2024

In California, grandparents can be granted visitation rights if it's in the child's best interest, but the court typically considers the existing relationship and bond. If your grandson has never met this grandparent and there has been no prior relationship, you can challenge the... View More

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