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My 16 year old is out of control an I’ve tried everything I no longer wish to have parental rights, she is bipolar as well
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Answered on March 19, 2018
You cannot simply terminate your rights and responsibilities. You can, and it appears you have, relinquish custody to others by agreement. I...
How old does a child have to be in pa to choose who they live with?
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Answered on March 19, 2018
The child never chooses; however the input of the child is given greater weight as age and maturity of reasoning increase.
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Can I ignore the father of my child if I am scared that he may mentally or physically harm my child?
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Answered on March 19, 2018
You should contact an attorney and bring with you all previous orders regarding the child. PA may or may not have jurisdiction over the matter.
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I have temporary guardian ship of my niece with no end date can her mother just show up at my door and take her back? Can i refu
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Answered on March 19, 2018
It is not clear what you mean by she "gave" you guardianship. If there is not an order, whether for custody or for guardianship, then the...
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Is it possible for mother to relinquishing legal custody without relinquishing visitation?
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Answered on March 19, 2018
I agree, an open adoption (PACA agreement) would accomplish this. I am writing this additional response to clarify that your petition to terminate...
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I feel my daughter is a unfit parent she currently is a single mom due to her husband over dosed on heroin
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Answered on March 13, 2018
If you have been assuming parental duties for your grandchild you may have standing to petition the court for custody. I recommend consulting with...
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How can i find a lawyer for pro bono in cumberland county to get my babies back?! Ive asked everywhere
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Answered on March 13, 2018
If the children are dependent, you are likely eligible for a court-appointed attorney. You should consult with an attorney immediately to discuss...
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My father had a stoke a year ago and he want me to be poa but how
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Answered on March 13, 2018
I agree, if your father is competent to grant you power of attorney, he can do so now. If he is no longer competent to manage his affairs, you...
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Can I legally get temp custody?
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Answered on March 13, 2018
If she does not agree, then you will need to petition the court for a revision of the custody schedule. If you are available and willing to take...
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MY GRANDAUGHTER IS NOW A DEPENDENT OF PA. HOW DO I GO ABOUT ADOPTING HER ?
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Answered on March 13, 2018
Parental rights are not usually terminated within the dependency system unless there is an adoptive resource already identified. Have you...
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