The determination of custody is a complex legal matter that varies depending on jurisdiction and specific circumstances. Generally, drug use can have a negative impact on a person's ability to retain custody, particularly if it is deemed to endanger the child's welfare or safety. However, each case is evaluated on an individual basis, taking into account multiple factors such as the frequency and severity of drug use, the presence of a safe environment for the child, and the parent's ability to provide for their child's wellbeing.
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How can you best gain custody of your children who are currently living with their mother and the mother is a drug dealer
Drug use, ofcourse
Sadly, many times a vile wreckless drug addict can get joint custody of a child if the courts are not aware of the drug problems. If the child is in danger, speak to an attorney to get the custody order changed.
Using a drug on a child for any reason, in order for the child not to be a hindrance, even if the reason was to get housework done, would be grounds for consideration of a change of custody. A detailed record of evidence will need to be maintained before preceding. see links below
If for a drug addiction, would that not be best for the child? At the minimum, temporary custody would be awarded.
Yes it is a factor.
If you have a teenager who is doing drugs and is out of control, they need to drawn into a drug treatment facility.
If the petitioner has the problem
You do IF this is written in the custody agreement. If it is not you do have other options. You can call Childrens Services and tell them what you suspect. This may cause complications with any good relationship you may have with your ex husband. You need to decide if the drug use while he has custody is worth the trouble. (It usually is) If anything this can be a wake up call for him.
Totally. However you have to consider the state of the father, whether he may not have the means for custody, whether he himself is a drug user or an alcoholic e.t.c, if the father is one of the above then the custody of the son will be either close relatives, foster homes e.t.c.
If there is a reason for a drug test, yes, the court will request a drug test.