Custody

Generally, the obligation ends when the child reaches 18 years of age unless the child is still in high school - in which case the support ends upon the child's graduation from high school, or the child's 19th birthday, whichever occurs first. Child support may continue past that time if the child is disabled and only by court order.

not if the adoption was voluntary and not a result of any court order declaring her unfit as a parent to that child.

Generally, if the parents are unmarried the mother has sole custody and control in most states until the father can establish his paternity. Remember, a child's mother can always be identified by medical records. Since the father didn't give birth and he was not legally married at the time of the birth he must establish his paternity by signing the birth certificate at the time of birth (waiving DNA testing rights) which must be done with mother's consent. If he doesn't sign the birth certificate then he must seek another way to establish his paternity and that is done through a DNA test. A paternity test can be arranged through the court and once established the father can request visitations, custody and set up a schedule of regular child support payments for the child.

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.

Not without becoming legally emancipated. Otherwise, the minor would be considered a runaway and would be brought home by the police. However, I believe that if you run away more than three times, they have to place you in a temporary care facility.

There are no set time limits for such action. Several states do have laws that relate to the time period in which a parent can be charged with abandonment of a child, abandonment being defined as non-support, not the physical act itself. Termination of parental rights are based on the merits of the case in question. The reason being that circumstances can be such that the absentee parent has no control over the matter, such as being incarcerated, military duty, physical impairments, geographical conflicts and so forth.

By law, support generally ends when the child attains majority (this varies among the States) and/or finishes high school (some orders provide for support during post-high school education), or becomes emancipated (generally, self-supporting). Support for children with severe disabilities may continue into their adulthood. There is no statute of limitations on collecting past-due support.

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.

Two main issues that prison staffers are concerned with is safety and security.

A court will rarely issue a court order that the father cannot see the child unless it is in the best interest of the child due to some type of abuse or criminal activity or unhealthy environment. If he chooses to not see the child he must still pay child support. The mother should make certain she keeps the child support order current and complains to the court if he doesn't pay regularly.

A court will rarely issue a court order that the father cannot see the child unless it is in the best interest of the child due to some type of abuse or criminal activity or unhealthy environment. If he chooses to not see the child he must still pay child support. The mother should make certain she keeps the child support order current and complains to the court if he doesn't pay regularly.

A court will rarely issue a court order that the father cannot see the child unless it is in the best interest of the child due to some type of abuse or criminal activity or unhealthy environment. If he chooses to not see the child he must still pay child support. The mother should make certain she keeps the child support order current and complains to the court if he doesn't pay regularly.

A court will rarely issue a court order that the father cannot see the child unless it is in the best interest of the child due to some type of abuse or criminal activity or unhealthy environment. If he chooses to not see the child he must still pay child support. The mother should make certain she keeps the child support order current and complains to the court if he doesn't pay regularly.

First, you may not be allowed to terminate the child support order voluntarily because the child is entitled to the support from both parents. If it is possible the custodial parent would need to file a voluntary termination at the court that issued the order and there would be no more payments due.

First, you may not be allowed to terminate the child support order voluntarily because the child is entitled to the support from both parents. If it is possible the custodial parent would need to file a voluntary termination at the court that issued the order and there would be no more payments due.

First, you may not be allowed to terminate the child support order voluntarily because the child is entitled to the support from both parents. If it is possible the custodial parent would need to file a voluntary termination at the court that issued the order and there would be no more payments due.

First, you may not be allowed to terminate the child support order voluntarily because the child is entitled to the support from both parents. If it is possible the custodial parent would need to file a voluntary termination at the court that issued the order and there would be no more payments due.

First, he must have a good reason to convince the court that the child would be better off in his custody. He would need to convince the court that the mother is unfit and the mother's custody is not in the best interest of the child. The health, safety, and welfare of children is always the court's primary concern in determining the best interest of children when making any orders regarding the physical or legal custody or visitation of children

Generally, if the parents are unmarried the mother has sole custody and control until the father can establish his paternity. Remember, a child's mother can always be identified by medical records. Since the father didn't give birth and he was not legally married at the time of the birth he must seek other means of establishing his paternity and that is done through paternity test. A paternity test can be arranged through the court and once established the father can petition for custody. The court will schedule a hearing and the father must present his evidence and argument. The court will review the testimony and evidence to determine if a change in custody is warranted and render a decision. At the same time the court will address child support and if the father is not awarded custody he can request a visitation schedule.

The money is intended to help the custodial parent defray the costs of raising the child and providing a home so it is given to the parent.

Child support can be used to help with rent, mortgage, college expenses, insurance, utilities, food, phone, internet, computers, medical care, clothing, education expenses, recreation expenses, after school program expenses, school supplies, haircuts, shoes, holiday gifts for the child, babysitters, spending money for the child, vacations, etc.

If they are scared of him and his actions, then it is a bad idea for you to take them to see him, but if you feel they need to see they're father just make sure ther is someone to protect them.

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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yes they should it's there choice in what parent they want to live with and really you should never put a child threw that i went threw it and its not fun. If the child is 14 then they have a say in where they go to a point unless the state is taking them away for some reason for their safety.

No, paternity would need to be established, and even than, it is dependent on state laws. See related question

Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.

Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.

Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.

Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.

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only in Texas, with limitations. See links

This is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Consult the specific laws for the state and county in which you reside for the rules that apply. In most states, any 18 year old is considered an adult and is capable of deciding when and where they reside. They have the ability to contract for housing. SOME states allow minors to become emancipated under specific circumstances, but this is not just a matter of filling out some paperwork. A minor is the responsibility of their parents until such time as they reach the age of majority or are legally emancipated. The parents are required to provide for the support of their minor children. If the parents give permission, the minor can live in another location. Such permission does not relieve the parents of the responsibility to provide support. If the parents do not give permission, the minor can be considered a runaway. Charges may apply to individuals that aid and abet such runaways, particularly if they are under the age of consent. In some states it is my understanding that this is not enforced for 17 year olds that leave home. If you are subject to abuse, you should contact social services for your area. They will assist you in getting out of the bad environment and into a safe place.

Your child CAN be made a ward of the state. It depends on the situation. If you are having difficulties with your child and he or she is causing hardship upon the family, then I don't see it being a problem if presented to the courts. The taxpayer does NOT pay for your child; you will be expected to and WILL pay child support (and provide medical insurance) for said child until that child turns 18 years of age. So, if you think you can just give the child up and then all responsibility is gone - it's not going to happen.