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Family Court vs. DCSS to collect unpaid support?

You can do both. San Diego county will have its own proceudres, but there's no reason why they shouldn't be enforcing the Order. Why isn't there a wage garnishment? Good luck!

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What is the difference between legal guardianship and legal custody of a child

It depends on who you are. A guardianship allows a person who is not a parent to have custody of a child, thus making decisions for them (school, medical treatment and the like). Legal custody, thus, comes from the guardianship by Court order. A parent can have custody or not, depending on the circumstances. So the real question is, who are you and what are you trying to accomplish? Once you estanblish that, you can seek legal counsel to answer the rest. Good luck to you!

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Under CA family law what can I do about my law firm sending different attorneys to my family law hearings

You need to have a new attorney review your pleadings to ensure that you CAN bring up those issues at the hearing. Time is running out for you, so I would suggest you find someone quickly. You can worry about former firm's problems after your matter is settled. Good luck to you!

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Under CA state child custody law can a 15 year old child decide which parent to live with

If you are serious about wanting to move, discuss your concerns with both parents; they may just agree to it. If Mom refuses to let you go, then Dad will have to file for a modification in CA, as the previous answer tells you. Have him consult an attorney out here to get more infomration. Good luck to you!

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If father gave up parental rights would he still have to pay child support in CA state

That depends. The parents could come to whatever agreement they choose to with regard to dad's "rights", but technically speaking, child support is not waivable. You can set the support payment at zero, which eliminates the problem short -term, but leaves Dad on the hook later if the situation arises that Mom asks for it. Seek legal counsel in your area for more details. Good luck to you!

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Are Financial Statements of Non Profit Organizations Public Record?

Yes and no. There are certain things that non-profits must make public, and others that can be kept private, like some donors and the like. Go to their website, if they have one, and see what financials are disclsoed there, or who handles their records. You can also try the State, as it is the government entity that allows for the non-profit status to be granted in the first place. They would be able to provide you with what type of organization this is from a corporate level, and what you...

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MO state child support laws, does child support end when child goes to college, turns 18 years

That depends. Usually child support ends at 18 (or when the child dies, marries, or becomes otherwise emancipated), but certain states like MO also have provisions for continued support into early college. Check the terms of your Judgment to see what the obligation is exactly, and seek the advice of an attorney in your area if it's unclear. Good luck to you!

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Family law, child custody by family member, sibling, in another state

Although the law may vary slightly in VA, generally speaking, you can have a guardianship over your sister, so that you are responsible for her, and can make decisions (enrolling her in school, getting her medical attention, etc.) on her behalf. Mom just has to sign the paperwork agreeing to the guardianship. Go to your local courthouse and speak with the self-help people, or seek legal advice from an attorney who handles Probate matters. Good luck to you!

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Can I give temporary guardianship of my teen daughter to her friend's parents. Will I still be legally liable for her actions?

Well, it's a sticky situation, teenage girls and their Moms! That said, what you're talking about is a guardianship of your daughter which is held by the friend's parents. Yes, this can be done, but the first question the Court will ask is where's Dad? His consent will need to be given for this to occur. If he cannot be found, or is otherwise not in her life, the Court can proceed without him. He can also file an objection to the Petition, and ask for custody, which could create another...

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How can i get full custody for my son back from his father

You have a long road ahead of you. Changing custody is not done on a whim, and if there are already Court orders made, you're essentially asking the Judge to change his/her mind based on new and/or different information than what was before the Court the last time. You need to seek the advice of an attorney in your area to figure out how to best proceed. Good luck to you!

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