He’s Been threatening to take my son to India for his family can raise him,I now think he used me for a green card can he get deported if we divorce??my question is Is this possible for him to steal my son without my permission? 2nd question is If i divorce him will he have to give me spousal... View More 
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answered on Feb 26, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing. To answer your first question, if both parents have legal custody of a child, it is generally not permissible for one parent to take the child out of the country without the other parent's permission. If your husband were to... View More
Been threatening to take my son away and leave with him to India so his parents can raise him. My son has never met them people yet my question is IS THIS POSSIBLE CAN YOU TAKE MY SON WITHOUT MY
PERMISSION? 2nd question is IF I DIVORCE HIM WILL HE HAVE TO GIVE ME SPOUSAL SUPPORT &CHILD... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2023
I'm sorry to hear that you're going through such a difficult situation. To answer your first question, it is not legal for your husband to take your son without your permission. If he does so, it could be considered parental kidnapping, which is a serious offense. You have the right to... View More
Been threatening to take my son away and leave with him to India so his parents can raise him. My son has never met them people yet my question is IS THIS POSSIBLE CAN YOU TAKE MY SON WITHOUT MY
PERMISSION? 2nd question is IF I DIVORCE HIM WILL HE HAVE TO GIVE ME SPOUSAL SUPPORT &CHILD... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
It is not legal for your husband to take your son without your permission. As a parent, you have the legal right to make decisions regarding your child's custody, care, and control. If your husband takes your son without your consent, it could be considered parental kidnapping, which is a... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2023
Too broad of question to answer effectively. Did you go to jail, prison, or both? How long? Were your parental rights terminated, or was custody just changed to the other parent?
If your parental rights were not terminated, you have an uphill climb, but you'll want to work with an... View More
Called the Dr and cancelled her appointments already scheduled and said she wanted everything transferred to the mother's family Dr. He obviously says no but she is doing it anyway. They have joint legal custody. Can she be seen by both of the Drs since this will never get resolved unless he... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2023
Your son has the same rights as the mother. Both parents should be informed of all doctors appointments. When it comes to contrary forms of treatment, that's when things get hairy. Ultimately, a motion may need to be filed so the court can order a particular doctor, or in extreme cases, one... View More
At the time i was just his girlfriend and his sons monther started a bunch of drama and i retaliated in text so then she accused me of hitting her son and she told them how me and his father were always fighting and breaking up they believed her. The text she showed in court where only of my... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2023
"They" are not doing anything. The child's mother made an accusation that FOC substantiated, creating this order. You being engaged does nothing; being married might help. But your relationship status has nothing to do with what the judge will find pertinent to changing this.... View More
I am currently seeking sole legal custody of my son and I dont have legal custody of my daughter. They don't share the same father. I currently have joint legal custody of my son.
answered on Jan 9, 2023
There is no rule on that but you definitely have two different cases, even if it may be with the same judge, and so the holding on one case shouldn't necessarily affect the holding on the other. In other words, it's certainly possible - and happens - for a parent to have custody of one... View More
My girlfriend may be about to start a custody battle with her kids’ father. He is most likely going to try to get 50/50 custody. He is $5000 behind on child support. He has no drivers license, yet still drives with the children. He will try to lie and say things are different than they are. He... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2022
Sure is! Respond, appropriately, to his allegations. If he's filing, you will receive his allegations in writing; you may file a written response to them. In court, you will also have an opportunity to respond to any allegations made.
The judge's job is to assess credibility. Some... View More
my girlfriend has two children. right now, the arrangement is that she has the kids Monday to Friday, they go with their dad Friday night till Sunday night. he is about $5,000 behind on child support. his driver's license is suspended (he still drives even with the children). he says he... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2022
Whether he has a leg to stand on is to be determined. The person asking for a change has the burden to prove it. From what you describe, I'm not seeing much reason to change this. That does not mean he won't try.
I share 50/50 legal and physical custody. My ex lives 40 minutes away from my home. I have lived in my school district and raised my daughters there for the past 16 years, now its my three year old turn to start kindergarten, but he will not agree to my school district. Instead, he is proposing we... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2022
Best solution would be to get ahead of this and file a motion with the court to determine. I think you are in pretty good shape having had kids already in the district, and you actually living there. I don't see a court ordering a school district that neither of you live in.
answered on Oct 28, 2022
A CPS history will always raise a red flag. Criminal histories? Possibly, and depends on when and what happened.
A judge's concern is always the best interests of the child, and will interpret any CPS or criminal history with that in mind. It's not uncommon for BOTH parents to... View More
No established custody yet, (new case in court) parent holding twins finds any & every excuse & lie to avoid parenting time & makes threats if others voice opinions on social media also changes what’s allowed at PT. Ref did not say it was supervised but they are saying no other way... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2022
Possibly. But as I'm sure you know, nothing is going to happen unless and until a judge hears these issues and makes an order that can be enforced. Until then, your daily calls and messages to the other parent will likely continue to be ignored, and could actually backfire on you.
My husband is saying he is keeping the kids and getting full custody of our kids because I don't work and don't have a drivers license. I do everything for our kids, and all the housework. He also says he isn't paying child support because he already pays child support for his other... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
That's not how child custody works. If it were, a lot of people would not have custody. The court determines custody based on the best interest of the child factors.
answered on Feb 28, 2024
No one can answer that without knowing why your daughter is in the foster home. If she's there due to a CPS petition, then you need to go through the court proceedings to resolve those issues.
My ex & his wife record my convos w/my daughter while she's w/them. Is this eavesdropping? They shared the docs w/date/time/length/and summaries w/their lawyer who shared w/my lawyer & he shared w/me. Can I file with the Michigan State Police - criminal since they shared?Opposing... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2024
What does your attorney say about it? Presumably, he or she saw the same documents. You should not do anything without their advice as it may unintentionally impact your present case.
Ex was abusive in marriage. Had an affair and theyre now married. She is controlling and he as well and are keeping the kids from me. Will not allow phone calls or anything. Have now refused to allow parenting time visits. Tell kids to keep sports activity info from me. To point of me not knowing... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2023
There is no state funding or a right to an attorney in family law matters like in criminal law. However, you may contact your county's legal aid office to see if you qualify for legal assistance.
answered on Nov 16, 2023
Has there been a change that occurred after supervised parenting time ended? Supervised parenting time is not intended to be permanent, and you need a reason for the court to order it.
Am I legally responsible for getting him to school?
answered on Sep 21, 2023
You are only legally responsible for getting your son to school on time during your time of possession.
He does not live with his wife and their 4 children; they live with her abusive parents. His mother-in-law was so verbally and emotionally abusive to him over the 10 years he lived with her that he had a complete emotional breakdown and moved out to an apartment by himself. The mother-in-law... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
Yes, as a parent he can petition the court for a divorce and request a possession/visitation schedule with his children.
They didn't follow due process.
answered on Jul 24, 2023
You certainly can. Many have tried; few have succeeded. I would suggest you contact a local attorney familiar with the court and type of law you are involved in before proceeding to be sure you are not misunderstanding something.
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