Unfortunately, no. However, it is a piece of evidence that can be used. see links below
Only if there are grounds for concern for the safety of the child, or that the parent will run.
It is possible for any family to lose custody of a child if the child is not well taken care of.
I will assume this is not a small goat, but a child. The nature of the question does make one wonder though. Custody was established at some point, unless the child moved from home to home in which case, neither parent should have had custody. The child lived somewhere, and that established a default home for the child. You should inform the court of your parental status and your desire to have custody of the child.
If a child doesn't want to return home, it's important to understand their reasons for feeling this way. It could be due to issues like conflict at home, feeling unsafe, or being mistreated. It's essential to address the underlying concerns, involve appropriate support systems like social workers or counselors, and work towards finding a solution that ensures the child's well-being and safety.
The courts will determine who gets custody of the child. The courts will consider what is in the best interest of the child.
Not without a custody award.
Maybe. But without knowing you, the child's mother, the living conditions in anyone's home, how is anyone suppose to give you an answer. Contact the child's Law Guardian and go over the facts with them. Like you, they only want what's best for the child.
I think the child can be taken away from the home, and be put into child protective custody. They will say that the drugs are putting the baby in danger.
The child benefit check will go to whoever has the legal custody of the child.
Then you will have to go back to court again to get it RIGHT.
file for sole custody and file for child abuse and you will have possibly sole custody of thew child
Yes, if the relationship breaks down and one leave they still have a chance for custody depending on the circumstances and how long they are gone etc.