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Custody
A person having custody of a child exercises exclusive parental authority and responsibility over the child’s physical provisions, moral and emotional health, medical treatment, discipline, religion, property, control, and place of residence.
8,869 Questions
How do you file for custody of your children during a separation?
You have to file at your local Cout House for temporary custody of a child. The court will decide if you get temporary custody or not depending on the circumstances. Temporary custody can be contested in court.
Paternity Order-How do you complete a request for one?
COMPLETE THIS FORM FOR AN ORDER OF PATERNITY IF:
* You completed a Request for Order of Paternity TO COMPLETE THIS ORDER YOU WILL NEED:
* A copy of your Request for Order of Paternity FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE NUMBERED TO MATCH THE IDENTIFYING NUMBERS ON THE FORM. TYPE OR PRINT NEATLY USING BLACK INK.
# Fill in the name, address, and phone number of the person submitting the form. # Fill in the name of the County in which this Order will be filed. (This may already be printed on the form.) # Fill in the name(s) listed in Item 3 of the Request. # Leave this item blank. # Fill in the name and social security number of the natural mother as listed in Item 6 of the Request for Order of Paternity. # For each child, fill in the name, date of birth, state where born, and social security number as listed in Item 7 of the Request. Social security numbers are not required for the children, but, if you have them, it will help the Court take proper action on your case. # Fill in the name, social security number, date of birth, and place of birth of the natural father. Leave the rest of the form blank. The Clerk will sign and date the Order. You may obtain a certified copy of the Order for a fee. See Link Below For "Petition To Determine"
How old does a child a have to be to refuse seeing a parent when the parents have split up?
That depends on where you live, but in the United States, a child may not make such a decision until they reach the age of majority in the state where they reside (usually 18 but may be as old as 21 is some states) without getting the other parent in some serious legal trouble for contempt of court if visitation is court ordered.
If there is a valid and compelling reason why you do not want to see the other parent (and being mad at them for splitting up doesn't count) you are always free to make your wishes known to the judge, either in court when custody/visitation is being decided or request a modification to the original order by requesting a meeting with the judge, writing a letter to the judge expressing your wishes, or engaging an attorney or guardian ad litem to speak for you. The judge will take into consideration your wishes and reasons, and generally, the older the child, the more weight is given to those wishes.
Ultimately, however, the judge will rule depending on what he or she feels would be in your best interests and truly, unless there is a good and valid reason why you do not want to see your parent, anger will pass. It is vital to have the involvement of both parents in your life. You may not see that now, but trust me, you will later on.
What are grandparents rights in the state of New York?
This is a complicated issue and courts use the best interest of the child standard. There must be a preexisting and substantial relationship between the child and the grandparent and each parent's wishes will be given special weight by the court. The grandparent may need to join in a divorce proceeding or file an independent petition for visitation. Grandparents rights in New York are not explicit and the grandparent should consult with an attorney who specializes in family law.
No she can't. If her ex is a good man and a good father when he has visitation rights then she has no right to tear the child away from him. He can fight it in a court of law. Before one acts out of haste they should consider the child and what their feelings are. They may not understand the total issue, but they do know who their mother and father are and that's all they need to know. The two of you should put the child first and each other second.
These are only reasons why the father should no longer have further contact with his child:
- Sexual abuse
- Not turning up when he is suppose to take the child or visit the child leaving the child feeling alone and depressed
- The father hangs around with a bad gang or bad friends
- If the father does drugs and can't be clean enough when he comes to visit his child.
- If the father is an alcoholic and can't come to visit the child when sober
What rights will a father have if a DNA proves he is the father?
The right to petition the courts for the right to see and support his child.
What rights does an international father have to his Canadian child who lives in Canada?
That is dependent of court orders from the jurisdiction where the child lives. see Dads House below to learn more.
Can a father move a child from state without mothers consent?
it depends on the state and how far they are moving. for instance in oh a spouse can move the children anywhere within the state without a problem but if they then moved to another state the parent that did the move could be charged with kidnaping
Can a 14-year-old and an 18-year-old decide where they want to live?
Generally speaking, a judge will consider a 14-year-old's wishes. Of course, that doesn't mean that the judge will agree to whatever the child wants, it just means the judge will take the child's wishes (along with other things) into consideration when making the final decision.
Can an uncle sign a birth certificate?
No. Not if they are not the parent. Signing a birth certificate is acknowledgement of parentage.
No. Not if they are not the parent. Signing a birth certificate is acknowledgement of parentage.
No. Not if they are not the parent. Signing a birth certificate is acknowledgement of parentage.
No. Not if they are not the parent. Signing a birth certificate is acknowledgement of parentage.
Yes unless there is some legal bar on contact with the non-custodial parent. Also, by that time the court orders may be terminated if the court is notified the child is now eighteen.
What will my child support be based on if i dont have a job?
In Utah and Wyoming it is based on Minimum Wage. You need to check with a Child Support office for your state.
Can someone receive child support if they already pay child support?
Probably won't happen for the same child! There could be scenarios where yours, mine and ours in one family would result in this happening. Otherwise, it would just make sense to reduce the larger payment.
Can a father relinquish parental rights in kansas?
In general, parental rights are terminated either preparatory to an adoption, or after a trial in which it is determined that the parent is unfit. In any case, termination of parental rights does not, in itself, terminate child support.
How do you change a joint custody order?
You need to return to the court and file a petition for modification of the custody order. The court will schedule a hearing and render a decision.
Can a parent appeal a voluntary termination of parental rights?
In most States, there is no provision for revoking or reversing the termination of parental rights except under certain circumstances such as fraud, duress, coercion, etc. Since termination is a legal issue decided by the court, you should speak to a family law attorney with all the information about your case.
Do you pay child support on unemployment in Washington state?
In general, child support is a percentage of net income. In Illinois, for example, it's 20% of net income for one child, 25% for two, etc. Income is almost anything, including overtime, unemployment benefits and workers compensation, but not welfare payments or SSI.
Does the absent parent pay support for a child in college?
A parent quits paying child support when the child reaches the age of 18
If my name is on birth certificate and not the father do i still have to pay child support?
Yes, even if the fathers name is not on birth certificate she can go to the local Child Support Enforcement & open up a case against him. It helps if you know the SSN, last or current job & last or current place of residency. This will help them move faster in getting what is owed to your child. If you don't have all or some of the information it will take longer. Hope this helps.
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Is a grandparent allowed to keep grandchild away from parent?
On a permanent basis, no. However, the guardian can allow short term "overnights" just as any parent can as long as they are certain the child will be well cared for. It would not be appropriate if there are any provisions in the court order prohibiting visits with the other grandparent or if there were problems with visits in the past.
On a permanent basis, no. However, the guardian can allow short term "overnights" just as any parent can as long as they are certain the child will be well cared for. It would not be appropriate if there are any provisions in the court order prohibiting visits with the other grandparent or if there were problems with visits in the past.
On a permanent basis, no. However, the guardian can allow short term "overnights" just as any parent can as long as they are certain the child will be well cared for. It would not be appropriate if there are any provisions in the court order prohibiting visits with the other grandparent or if there were problems with visits in the past.
On a permanent basis, no. However, the guardian can allow short term "overnights" just as any parent can as long as they are certain the child will be well cared for. It would not be appropriate if there are any provisions in the court order prohibiting visits with the other grandparent or if there were problems with visits in the past.
How long is the jail time for failure to pay child support?
You can't be jailed for not paying child support as that's illegal. You get jailed for contempt of court, so it's up to the interpretation of the judge. However, in this economy where they are needing to release non-violent rapists due to lack of funding to house them, which would you rather see in jail, the rapist or the father in arrears in child support?
Can a mother hide the birth of a newborn from the father?
Yes in fact this happebs often. You can leave a child with a willing relative or friend who will claim the baby as their own. But you have to ask yourself, is it worth staying with a man who doesnt know your pregnant?
Can a seventeen year old choose to live with her grandparents?
If the mother has custodial rights also, she can prevent the minor from moving into a residence which she opposes. However, a parent cannot simply "give" custody to another person including a family member the required legal procedure as defined by state laws must be followed. The 17-years-old does not have a say in the matter unless he or she petitions the court and receives emancipation rights or the court decides that such a move would be in the best interest of the minor.
18. However the child is always free to make their wishes known to the judge, either in court when custody/visitation is being decided or request a modification to the original order by requesting a meeting with the judge, writing a letter to the judge expressing their wishes, or engaging an attorney or guardian ad litem to speak for them. The judge will take into consideration the wishes of the child, and generally, the older the child and/or the more mature and viable their rationale, the more weight is given to those wishes.
Ultimately, however, the judge will rule depending on what he or she feels would be in the best interests of the child.
