How do i request a paternaity dna test: i wanna know how to go about getting a dna test on the child that they are wanting child support for
Suzanne’s answer:
There are several DNA testing sites available that can help you. Of course, you will need the mother's cooperation if she has custody of the child since she will need to bring the child in for the test as well. I suggest looking online or in the phone book for a DNA testing site near you.
You state that they are wanting child support for this child....has she filed anything with the court? If she has filed a request for child support, the Judge will order a DNA test if you are questioning paternity, but you need to tell the court that you want a test. If nothing has been filed yet, you should still get a test if you are unsure. If the child is yours, you need to talk to a lawyer about protecting your custody and visitation rights, as well as making sure that the child support amount is appropriate.
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Okay i went to stay with my grandmother for the summer but i dont want to come back home my parents take drugs and get drunk: how do i get to stay here my grandmother wants custody of me i need help
Suzanne’s answer:
I'm sorry for your situation. Your grandmother needs to go see a family law attorney. It is difficult, but not impossible, for a grandparent to obtain custody. Whether your grandmother would be successful will depend on many factors that the lawyer can discuss with your grandmother.
Many family law firms, like mine, offer free initial consultations. I'd be happy to speak with your grandmother.
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Father's visitation rights and non-child support payment: My 7 and 10 year old are supposed to go with their father every-other weekend, but he is very inconsistent at picking them up. Sometimes he goes months without getting them, and then when he gets them he calls me constantly because the 7 year old does not listen to him or his wife. The last time they went there his wife used curse words to refer to him while his father was talking to me, and my child standing there. She has threaten to leave him if my child comes over again, so their father said he cannot come back, but they want the 10-year old to come. She placed him in storage room because they did not want to deal with him. IN addition she has slander my name and my children on Facebook. She has also called me bad words infront of them. He has not paid since April, 2009. What can I do?
Suzanne’s answer:
There are several issues here that need to be addressed immediately.
1. You state he has not paid child support since April of 2009. If there is a court order ordering him to pay a certain amount every single month, you need to file for contempt of court. He cannot simply stop paying child support.
2. You also need to modify the parenting plan and potentially the child support order. It does not sound as though the situation at the father's house is safe or appropriate for the kids. Further, if he is not exercising his court ordered visitation, you may be entitled to an increase in child support.
You really need to speak with an experienced family law attorney in your area as soon as possible. You need to bring whatever court orders you have to the meeting. The lawyer can help you decide how to proceed.
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