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Only Texas has that law, but with significant restrictions. In all other states, it's a case by case basis, with the Judge interpreting the maturity of the child, and their intent, but this still does not override other evidence in the child's best interest. It's just a piece of the evidence.
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When a parent gives up parental right's does a child of sixteen still have the right to live with that parent?
No they do not. You will need someone to have custody of you. And if the parent want their child to stay and be the parent they would not give up their rights. There would be no point. To decide where to live you have to be 18 so this is something your parents decide for you and by giving up his/hers rights they can not make any decisions regarding the child. The only thing they still have a right to do is to pay child support.
Does the parent that pays child support have to continue paying support if the child age 17 is having a baby and has a live in boyfriend.?
The parent that pays child support does not need to pay child support for her child`s kids, only the current right parent.
Does a child at age 13 have to visit a parent with visitation rights in North Carolina?
Yes. The non custodial parent has every right to see his or her child. And there is a huge misconception that a child can decide which parent they prefer to live with or decide they don't want to visit the other parent when they reach a certain age. The fact is, it is NOT the child's decision to make, but the judge's.So unless the non custodial parent has been found unfit, abusive, etc., the child has to concede to the visitation rights.Furthermore, the custodial parent should encourage the child to want to visit with the other parent. Children need both parents, and no parent should ever be deprived of spending time with their child unless they are unfit, abusive, etc.
Can the non-custodian parent alter a child's appearance?
Yes, they are a parent even though the child does not live with them. If you think you need a clause that says you need to discuss possible haircuts etc you should put that in the custody agreement.
Your partner is still married can you have your child christened in church?
Most Catholic parishes ask that at least the custodial parent promises to live as a faithful Catholic and raise their child as a member of the Catholic community. You will need to discuss with your pastor how you and your child's other parent will live out your commitment to your child's future.
If you have joint custody of your 16 year old daughter when can she decide not to visit her father?
If you live in the US, she gets to decide when she's 18. Until that age if the parent has court-ordered visitation it has to be followed. If there is a valid reason (and it must be a very valid reason) the child does not want to visit with the other parent, you need to petition the court to modify the visitation order.
In the state of Oklahoma if a noncustodial parent gives up all parental rights to her child does she still have to pay child support or can it be dropped?
Courts usually only allows parent to give up parental rights if the child is being adopted. But if they would allow her, it would be for the custodial parent to decide whether they would need child support or not. If they need support from the state the state will go after the mother first.
Can a parent take a child out of wis without consent of the fatherif he pays child support?
No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.
Can a child choose to live with a noncustodial parent at 17 in NC?
You need parental consent to move until you are 18.
Does a father need to pay child support to the mother if the child does not live with her?
A parent must obey the child support order. A custodial parent may be serving in the military with the child under temporary guardianship. That is no reason to stop paying child support. If the child isn't living with the custodial parent who is receiving child support the matter must be brought before the court.
What happens if one parent claims a child then the other parent claims the same child?
It is perfectly normal for a child to have two parents, so if two parents claim the same child, they could all live together and be a family. However, if the two parents in quesiton do not like each other, then they will probably need the services of a court to decide who gets custody of the child - although they do have the option of reaching their own agreement with eachother, which might involve sharing the child in some way.
If a child leaves their home to live with the noncustodial parent is the custodial parent responsible for child support payments?
No, the parent whom the child began residing would need to file for custody and also support before the original custodial parent would be obligated. However there would be no guarantee that a court would grant the motion.
