
answered on Jun 20, 2023
Reunification (getting your child back) is going to be a process. Most parents find this process a lot less frustrating when they have an attorney representing them. Without an attorney you may find social workers and attorneys for the state who do not want to communicate with you, judges who you... View More
I’m a 17 year old who is not happy being with my mom, For months i am mentally not happy. I just want to stay with my dad after i get out of school for the summer May 24th 2023. Many arguments, i was starting to do poorly in school here at my moms when i used to be a student that would excel. I... View More

answered on Mar 20, 2023
If you leave your mother to go and live with your father without a court order, your father would technically be kidnapping if he refused to produce you back to your mother. If you want to live with your father the proper way to go about that is for your father to either file to modify an existing... View More
They have been in foster care for 18 months and talking about termination because their father is on drugs. But I have everything that was required in order for my kids to come home.

answered on Jan 30, 2023
If you are still living with the father after 18 months of your children being in foster care, the Court has likely determined that the children can't be released back into your home, if the father is not sober. There appear to be some details that have been left out if the Court is... View More
I have custody and there is no paperwork stating I dont.

answered on Jul 13, 2022
You can ask a Sheriff to go with you to where the child is located, after showing your order establishing your legal custody rights. If the Sheriff won't comply, you can swear out a warrant with a Magistrate or police for interference with custody.
If the child refuses to go with you,... View More
I need to establish custody of my 14 year old son from his mother. We were never married and my son is in a bad situation at home with his mother.

answered on Sep 21, 2023
You need to file legitimation and custody at the same time.
Father issued tpo today, he has lived with ex girlfriend and her mother last 4 years. The mother had custody but got in trouble, arrested for meth and dfacs granted her mom temporary custody. His ex was injured 6 weeks ago and her mom has been out of town leaving my grandson with one her neighbors.... View More

answered on Sep 5, 2023
Unfortunately, without knowing more facts on the basis for the TPO, we can't advise on the strength of the TPO. Her only having temporary custody would not be a restriction to filing a TPO.

answered on Jul 19, 2023
I would advise you to seek a consultation with an attorney. Because no one can begin to give you advice based on the sentence you have posted on the board. Many more details are needed in order to provide an accurate response.

answered on May 27, 2023
Because the driver is under 18, he will probably need a parent to appear in Court with him. If found guilty of the offense, he may face a fine, and possible licenses suspension, possibly until he turns 18. You need to consult an attorney in your local area that practices this kind of law. Thank... View More
His mom applied for a warrant and now there's a pre warrant hearing. I honestly didn't know. Do I need an attorney?
Dad put a no contact order on mom meaning no contact should be made between mom and child. Meaning mom can’t pick up at school child right?

answered on Mar 6, 2023
Correct. "No contact" means just that. It generally also means no communication by phone, internet, text message, etc. and judges and the law take violations of such orders very seriously--meaning the mom should too.
Good luck!
Im recording bc mother has accused me of being drunk and slurring words .. so i bought a breathalyzer .. record blowing bf and after i facetime with my daughter .... i have been recording our facetimes bc of accusations ... mother emailed me said she doesnt consent to the recordings citing private... View More

answered on Mar 31, 2022
No. See O.C.G.A. section 16-11-62. While Georgia is a one-party state, requiring the consent of only one party to a telephone conversation to record that conversation, Georgia requires the consent of all parties to record a video chat (i.e. FaceTime) in a "private place and out of public... View More

answered on Nov 11, 2021
We cannot do anything for you because your "question" makes no sense. Try again and ask a specific question in proper question format.
My hubby showed for the TPR hearing, I did Not. Apparently, our rights WERE terminated. He didn't sign any paperwork, and, as I stated, I did not even go. Can our babies be adopted out without even our Knowledge? Also, can we adopt our own kids?!

answered on Oct 28, 2021
If your rights were terminated, the children can be adopted with no notice to you.
She was accused to be with a boy that is 18 and committed armed robbery. She was taken to Fulton county juvenile detention center, they may try her as an adult and we are unsure of what to do.

answered on Sep 8, 2021
It may be possible to get her a bond. You need to hire an attorney ASAP.
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He also let her quit school at 14 Ive been fightin this for 5 yrs PLEASE IM BEGGIN FOR HELP. my child cant walk and has a 6th grade edjucation. Every time i try to do something he has me locked up or restraining order taken out on me. Please help me

answered on Sep 7, 2021
It would appear the only way you are going to move forward is with the assistance of legal counsel. Meet with an attorney as soon as you can to discuss your options.

answered on Aug 20, 2021
Absolutely. Find and retain an attorney who is experienced in handling cases involving DFCS.

answered on Aug 15, 2021
Not likely, but you may want to post in the criminal law section.

answered on Jul 20, 2021
We would need to know more about your case in order to provide you with guidance. You may want to consult with an attorney who can review the case in detail and present you with the right route to address this.
I’m 17. I’m two months away from being 18. I’m moving out and teaming with a trusted friend as a roommate and I’m going back to work and I have a small business as well. I just don’t want to be at home anymore. Is there not much a policeman can do since I’m so close to being 18? I... View More

answered on Jul 19, 2021
Forget emancipation. Not enough time to make that work. Until you are 18, your parents rule the roost. Should an adult help you move out before you are 18, that person could be charged with interference with custody. It's only 2 months. Focus on the positive things you should be doing... View More
Three years ago my daughter was in abusive relationship her bf wouldn't let me take the baby and my daughter would steal from Walmart to support her daughter cause the baby father was addicted to pills and would abusive to her. Well she got caught twice put on probation and went to jail for... View More

answered on Jul 7, 2021
Your daughter doesn't have an appeal appealable issue. She simply needs to revoke/terminate/end the guardianship in a signed writing. The Division of Family and Children Services did not initiate a petition of protection nor did they seek termination of your daughter's parental rights.... View More
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