Yes. Both have equal rights, so she can take the child to another state. If the father has an issue with it, he can file for divorce or separation.
I'm sorry. Your question does not make sense. It is incomplete.
this concerns my 5 year old daughter, that my mom has temporary custody of, my soon to be ex wife gave up her rights, but i havent , i dont know where to start and i need serious help, idf i anm ever going to be able to maintain my rights as her father
my name is , i can be reached at or... Read more »
Unfortunately, most attorneys cannot afford to provide pro bono services to the public. You should look into GA Legal Services (website) to see if you qualify for assistance.
Specifically, mental abuse. A lot of insults, and not allowing the child to have friends or a love life (child is 16). Punishments for unusual things like accidentally making a mess with food.
You could expose yourself to being arrested for interference with custody if you take in a minor with permission of the parents. If the child needs help, you can contact authorities in your area who can investigate.
Also, my husband just took my daughter to his parents without my consent. Is that legal?
Both of you have equal rights, so he is allowed to take your daughter to see her grandparents.
She 14 in aug.
You have to follow the court order unless and until it's changed. You can file a modification to formally change the custody arrangments.
I have no biological ties to a child that I have cared for since her birth 11 years ago. Her mother has decided that she wants to remove her from my life? Do I have a case for visitation if I have proof that I have been providing care for all these years?
This law is a relatively new law. You need to speak to an attorney about your specific situation and get advice.
Custody determined while she was a minor. Still in High School. She does not want to live with her mother. Update + Do I still have to pay child support?
The 18 year old is an adult and can choose where she lives.
Unfortunately, it is not that easy. The "system" doesn't just provide free attorneys. Your son may go to GA Legal Services online and see if he qualifies for some type assistance.
The biological father and I are trying to change our son’s name and correct his birth certificate. The father listed on my child’s birth certificate is not his biological father. Due to domestic violence, the father listed on the birth certificate can not contact myself or children. What needs... Read more »
You may want to consult with an attorney who can help you with the proper course of action. A DNA test will show who the biological father is so that this can be corrected.
Shes recently been diagnosed with stage 3 cancer and in chemo, radiation and has failing kidneys. She wants this done as well as a will immediately and as cheap as possible. So were trying to file this ourselves.
There is no template. You should hire an attorney to handle the uncontested modification to make sure it's done correctly.
The father and I never married. He only signed an Acknowledgment of Paternity, but he never had my son legitimized. Would that give me the right to decide who is best for my special needs son? If not, what steps do I need to take? I could bring any proof, if needed on why my parents would be best... Read more »
No, you can't will a child to another person. Even if you have a document expressing your wishes, the father may attempt to legitimate at that time and ask for custody. The court determines what's in the child's best interest. Your parents will have to present evidence that the... Read more »
My mother got custody of them after dcfs got involved. I was told then that when my husband and I became stable again and everything that we could get custody back from my mom. All we had to do was file the paperwork and agree on everything.
Now, someone else is telling me it isn't... Read more »
Your question as you have stated it is easily answered. You first retain an attorney who is experienced in this type of law; custody, DFCS, etc. Then, you work closely with the attorney and cooperate with the attorney too. What you have been told about DFCS sounds right. You are in for a... Read more »
Is there a Ga state law regarding overnight stays on this?
There is no law prohibiting this. If your parenting plan doesn't cover it, it is allowed.
I was in prison at the time of this filing and I never signed anything nor was I served a copy of anything other than the initial motion?
If an answer was not filed to the the original petition, you waived your right to further notifications of hearings. Consult with an attorney about your options.
My sons father has his sister in law as his lawyer and they are both falsifying information to the court. Isn’t this a conflict of resolution?
An attorney is allowed to represent a family member if they wish. No one is allowed to falsify information.
You can take the step to terminate the temporary guardianship. An attorney can help you with this process.
You have asked about this issue many times in different ways. Honestly? The best thing you can do to help yourself is to meet with a family law attorney. In that meeting, the attorney can ask you questions which will present your overall situation and allow the attorney to present an overall... Read more »
They may be able to if the guardianship paperwork does not make provisions for you to spend time with the child. Oftentimes, the guardianship gives the guardian full control over the child. It’s likely that you will have to file with the court to amend the guardianship to grant you parenting... Read more »
I just realized the defendant is breaking the order...in many ways
It is difficult to provide a dependable response given that we have very few facts of the case in your question. Sitting down and speaking with a custody attorney will always be your best course of action.
That said, if I have read your question as you intended it, you would not... Read more »
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