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Can DSS decide which parent has custody in the state of NC or can only a judge make that choice?
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DDS reports to the judge with recommendations.
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In Georgia how old do you have to be to decide which parent to live with and do you have to go in front of a judge if you are less than a month from 17?
In Georgia, minors who are 14 years or older can express their preference for which parent to live with, but the final decision is left to the court. If you are less than a month away from turning 17, it is possible your preference may still be considered by the court depending on the circumstances of the case. It's important to consult with a lawyer for specific legal advice in your situation.
Can a parent get custody of the child if the other parent is in the process of getting own place?
Temporary custody yes, if the other parent, who's moving, has been granted permanent custody but has no place to live at the moment. If you are married and can't agree on custody you have to go to court and let the judge decide.
In Illinois can you obtain custody of your child if you are a convicted felon?
Impossible to answer. If your custody is challenged by the other parent, it may well become one of the disqualifications that the other parent will use against you. Only the judge can decide.
If your are 16 and your parents are divoced who do you stay with?
It's your parents or a judge who decide who you will stay with when you are a minor. Usually one parent have the bigger part of the custody.
Can a judge change custody if the custodial parent is in contempt of current orders?
Yes. If the custodial parent is breaking the court orders the judge can give custody to the non custodial parent if he/she is fit.
If a mother has custody of the children but does not live with them what can a non custodial parent who wants the children do?
The non-custodial parent can go to court and request custody of the children. A judge will decide which parent should be awarded custody of the children. The circumstances under which the children are currently living, combined with the reason(s) they are not living with you will be a big factor in whether or not you get to keep custody of the children.
Who can get custody of the child if the mother is deceased the biological father or the mother's mother?
Each situation is different and there is no set answer. The judge will decide. If the biological father is a fit parent then he will most likely be awarded custody. The grandmother would most likely have visitation rights. The judge will look at the situation and decide what is best for the welfare of the child.
How many times will it take for a parent not to show up in court for an abandonment custody hearing for the parent to lose custody?
That is up to the judge.
Can the noncustodial parent file for full custody?
Yes of course. Unless the custodial parent is unfit the judge would not just change it though but there is also shared custody. It's up to the court to decide.
May a child of divorced parents with 50 50 custody rights decide which parent to live with?
The child can suggest perhaps, but the final decision rests with the couple and the judge. What usually happens is that couples will have Joint Legal Custody, but one parent or the other will have Primary Custody, leaving the other with Visitation Rights.
Can a minor in Virginia choose to stay with step parent if parents are separating?
If the step parent files for custody, and the judge awards custody of the child to them.
If you are 16 can your dad stop you from living with your mom if you live with him?
Yes. you can not choose until you are 18. Until then your parents decide where you should live and if they can not get along the other parent can petition the court for custody and then a judge would have to decide.
