What happens to a child if both biological parents die?

A guardianship stipulation can be signed by both parents as well as the selected guardian. It would only take effect upon the death or...

Can you get Special Relief Custody order for emotional abuse?

If CYS didn't remove them or put a safety plan in place, then you probably will not get special relief. You should simply file a petition to modify...

Although physical altercations are relevant in a custody case, the final outcome of a custody action depends on many other factors. In the end, it...

Custody of a child

If law enforcement will not enforce the order then she will have to file an emergency contempt petition.

I currently have shared legal custody and primary physical custody of my children. There are many concerns...

The laws are not different for mothers. Your options are to violate the order and risk being held in contempt, file a petition to modify, or file a...

How much does does it take for the courts to intervene?

Anyone may file a petition to modify the order or a petition for contempt for violation of the order at any time. A court will not intervene in a...

Custody question, if bio dad was in jail before birth does bio mom have full custody

If there is no court order, neither of you have court-enforceable rights. If you file a custody action in pursuit of a custody order, you will...

"Felon Defense"

This is more of a criminal defense question. I have changed the tag.

Can I attend a preliminary conference in front of a Divorce Master as a spectator?

No, you cannot attend a preliminary conference or any other family law matter as a spectator, except maybe motions court or general de novo support...

When i turn 18, am i free of the joint custody I'm under despite being in school or grades?

When you turn 18 you are an adult and the custody order no longer applies to you. However, the person in whose house you primarily reside may still...