It might be possible if the court decides that the parents of the minor are unfit to properly care for the child. Before a guardianship petition would be accepted from any adult concerning custody of a minor the minor's parents would have to voluntarily relinquish their rights or the court would have to permanently terminate the rights the parents to the minor child. In some cases a minor is placed in the home of a relative temporarily while an investigation is completed by child protective services or while the judge is deciding what action if any should be taken in regards to the minor child's welfare.
Yes because the mother had no custody over the child
If the niece is an adult, her aunt can take her anywhere she wants to go. If the niece is a minor and the aunt has custody, she can take her anywhere she wants, as long as conditions of the award of custody do not limit travel or relocation. If the aunt is not a custodian of a minor niece, then she can take the niece out of the country only with the permission of the custodian or custodial parent.
The Aunt can be named a guardian, however this dos not prevent a custody challenge by the other parent.
File a child in need of care motion
An aunt can pass child custody to a grandmother through a legal process called guardianship or by modifying existing custody arrangements. This typically involves filing a petition in family court, where the aunt demonstrates that transferring custody is in the child's best interest. The grandmother may need to provide evidence of her ability to care for the child, and the court will consider the child's needs and preferences before making a decision. It's advisable to consult with a family law attorney to navigate the process effectively.
Only with approval by the court of a Motion for Custody of a Child In Need Of Care.
In the US... NO, and if she attempts it she can find herself facing criminal charges. The only exception would be if the court has awarded the Aunt custody and the only way that will happen is if the parents are proven to be unfit, and it takes A LOT to prove unfitness.
yes the aunt could if the little girl had been taken away from her mother from child services and the father has no intrest. but she can not if the father decides to take custidy then no
When they are 18.
In Pennsylvania, sole legal custody means that one parent, or in some cases a guardian such as an aunt, has the exclusive right to make important decisions regarding a child's upbringing, including education, healthcare, and religious practices. If an aunt is granted sole legal custody, she would have the authority to make these decisions without needing consent from the child’s parents. However, the parents may still retain certain rights unless legally terminated. It's important for the aunt to understand her responsibilities and the legal implications of this custody arrangement.
In Florida, a 14-year-old cannot legally move in with their aunt without parental permission. Parents have custody rights over their minor children until they reach the age of majority (usually 18), so the mother's decision would hold legal weight. If there are concerns about the current living situation, it's advisable to seek assistance from a family law attorney or Child Protective Services.
In order for a mother to regain custody of her son after signing over legal custody to his aunt, she would typically need to go through the legal process of petitioning the court to modify the custody arrangement. This may involve demonstrating that there has been a significant change in circumstances or proving that it is in the best interest of the child to have custody returned to the mother. Consulting with a family law attorney would be recommended to navigate the specific legal requirements and options in their jurisdiction.