If the couple is married they both have equal parental rights.
In Virginia, an unmarried mother is presumed to have custody. Once the paternity of the father has been established legally through the court he can request custody. The court will make a determination of physical custody based solely on the best interest of the child.
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In Virginia, when parents are not married, the mother automatically has legal custody of the child at birth. The father does not have legal rights until paternity is established, which can be done through a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity or a court order. However, the father can seek custody or visitation rights once paternity is confirmed. It's advisable for both parents to seek legal counsel to understand their rights and responsibilities.
no not automatically. A grandparent is more likely to get custody.
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It depends on the state, usually the state takes the children into custody, or the closest family relative.
* If the father has full custody of the children, yes. * If he has partial or shared custody with the mother, it may be a violation of parental rights; that area is quite dicey, so talk to a lawyer. * If the father has no custody but does have visiting rights, then again, talk to your lawyer. * If the father has no rights to the children, then there is no crime committed.
The mother assumes automatic custody, unless she is unfit.
It's not custody, it's guardianship, and there's no cost.
If the step parent files for custody, and the judge awards custody of the child to them.
No, parents who have given up their parental rights do not have to attend meetings in school. If your parents have asked you to do this it's probably because they want you to be more involved in your children's lives.
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It depends on the state that you live in and your will.
If you have joint legal custody yes you do have the right to help choose who cares for your children. The parents should discuss the issue reasonably and try to agree.If you have joint legal custody yes you do have the right to help choose who cares for your children. The parents should discuss the issue reasonably and try to agree.If you have joint legal custody yes you do have the right to help choose who cares for your children. The parents should discuss the issue reasonably and try to agree.If you have joint legal custody yes you do have the right to help choose who cares for your children. The parents should discuss the issue reasonably and try to agree.