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In the US the law says that lesbian partners have the same rights to custody or visitation as their heterosexual counterparts.
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What are Lesbian parents custody laws in the US if not the Biological parent but signed the birth certificate as the other parent?
It depends entirely on which state they live in - the federal government generally stays out of family law, and leaves it to the states. As such, each state has its own laws related to child custody. So, if you're in a state that allows for adoption by same-sex couples, and allows both partners to be listed as legal parents, the legal rights with respect to child custody should be exactly the same as a heterosexual married couple who are the biological parents of the child.
What are the child custody laws for unwed parents in VA?
When the parents aren't married the mother has sole custody of her child. Once paternity has been established the father can petition for joint custody or visitation rights. A child support order will also be issued at that time. See the link provided below for a sample booklet on never married parents questions and rights in Massachusetts and a link for child custody laws in the US.
Will change of custody harm us or your child?
son wants to move in with a friend to go to a different school have to giveup custody of child for this happen in nc
Custody of a child born in the US and the mother who is from the UK wants custody?
That's up to the judge. see link
Do other countries enforce child support from the us?
Legally, yes, but actually collecting that support will depend on what agreement the two countries have about child support and the persistence of each bureaucracy.
Can a US permanent resident remove a US citizen child from the US after a divorce?
If they are the parent and they jabe custody, yes, that is one of their rights. If they have shared custody, an agreement must be made with all persons that have custody as well. If they are not the parent, then they have no right to take the child anywhere, unless that permission is explicitly granted to them by the parent or guardian.
Who gets custody in Texas if its an US born child from an US father and a illegal mother?
The mother has presume sole custody and control, regardless of the circumstances in all states.
Could an Illegal immigrant parent have child custody over American parent?
Maybe, but it would be difficult unless extentuating circumstances exist. Custodial issues are mandated under state laws whereas immigration issues are the jurisdiction of federal authorities. Although being in the US as an illegal immigrant it is not the best situation to be in such a matter, the judge determines whether joint custody, primary custody or sole custody is granted based on the best interest of the child.
Can a non legal US Citizen get custody of a child if he has signed the birth certificate?
As opposed to leaving the child in the care of a dangerous mother with convictions of fatal child abuse? It full depends on the circumstances of the case. Is it in the best interest of the child that he have custody?
Can you get custody of your daughter who doesnt want to live with her lesbian mum?
A: If you have $20,000 for legal fees, you can. Depends on the age of the child, circumstances of the divorce/separation.For instance in the US,In custody cases involving children under 13,the judge decides who is the better fitting parent. Above 13, the child chooses. Also, her being a lesbian has no bearing on custody.If you need support there are several support groups for fathers online.A bit of advice though: Make sure you do whats right for the child ;)
If an illegal alien and a US citizen are to get a divorce and they have a baby born in the US would both have custody rights?
Immigration status is a completely separate issue from child custody rights.
Can a non-US citizen go to court for custody in us courts?
It is possible for a non-US citizen to go to court in a custody case for a child. If one party is an illegal immigrant, they may be subject to deportation.
