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Can the father be awarded custody if the mother leaves the child with the grandparent while she moves to another state with her boyfriend?
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∙ 11y ago
Yes however the law is complicated and may vary depending on where you live. In all states, the child isn't considered abandoned until a certain period of time has passed. In addition, if the grandparent has been assigned or awarded legal guardianship of the child, whether temporary or permanent, the onus would be on the father to pursue custody in court and be prepared to present a convincing case that would be in the best interests of the child to live with him rather than the grandparent.
This is a perfect reason why it is important to have a custody agreement hammered out and legalized. It's much easier to decide custody issues and make amendments if either parent fails to uphold their side of the bargain. Otherwise, it often will involve a legal battle, sometimes protracted and sometimes expensive, to obtain custody.
You should contact a lawyer specializing in family law in your state of residence for advice.
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Can joint custody be awarded to grandparent when bio dad is incacerated?
It can be but there would have to be a pretty strong case for it being more benficial for the child than the mother having sole custody.
i want to know of paper work to take permenant custody of my 4 grandchildren from thier mother and boyfriend my cell is 360-9361?
A grandparent can petition the court directly for an order establishing reasonable rights of visitation between the grandparent and grandchild to get full custody you would need to prove they are abusive and that the child is in eminent danger.
Does a stepparent get custody auto when both bio parents are dead?
no not automatically. A grandparent is more likely to get custody.
Can you give a sentence with the word custody?
The father was awarded custody of his children.
How often is the father awarded custody of the child over the mother?
How often is the father awarded custody of the child over the mother in North Carolina?
What is required for a grandparent to take custody of a minor in Indiana?
A showing before the court of a need for custody due to a child in need of care.
How do you live to be awarded custody?
u breath
What does awarded of the state mean?
Awarded of the state doesn't mean anything.A ward of the state is a child who is in the custody of the state, because he/she has no parents, or he/she has been removed from their custody.
Can a non biological grandparent have primary legal and physical custody?
Yes the court can allow that.
Can U.S. citizen grandparent gain child custody of a foreign child who is related?
Yes
How do you get out of paying child support if you grandparent has custody?
They have to adopt the child, otherwise you should pay.
What if custodial parent leaves child with grandparent?
The non-custodial parent can file for custody.
