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Yes. The legal custody of a minor can only be affected or changed by a court order.
No, both parents have equal rights to the child. If the child is currently living with the father, then he has established temporary custody. A court will need to decide upon a formal custody and child support agreement.
Yes. I am in SC and have temp custody of a child whose father resides in (and I used to) AL. Go speak with an attorney and he'll take care of it. Just get one reputable that knows what he is doing so that if it gets contested (mine did) he can help you out.
DOCI means "Document Issued" SC means "Statement of Charges" Other terms you'll find on court documents include: CMIT, which means "Committed" or "Incarcerated" RELS, which means "Released" (from custody) or BOND, which means "Bond Posted" to get out of jail.
Yes , you still have an obligation to support your children .The court will take into account your income and living expenses ,but, you will still have to pay child support.
In South Carolina, to become legally emancipated, a minor must be at least 16 years old, financially self-sufficient, demonstrate maturity, and petition the Family Court for emancipation. The court will consider factors such as the minor's ability to support themselves, their understanding of the legal consequences of emancipation, and their living arrangements. If granted, the minor would gain the rights and responsibilities of an adult.
Under 18, they can express a preference, but a court is not necessarily bound to honor it. At 18, they are no longer a minor and can live anywhere they like.
Under 18, they can express a preference, but a court is not necessarily bound to honor it. At 18, they are no longer a minor and can live anywhere they like.
yes, bc your in there care. the governments care therefore they can.
9 Justices in the Supreme Court.
Requires the approval of a motion for a child in need of care. see link
The child's parents have to consent to this unless the court have removed their parental rights. She should speak to the social worker handling the case and they can help.