What should I do to stop my ex from filing false charges against me?

File a civil suit in smalls claims court for the amount of money you have missed from work and any expenses you have incurred from the frivolous...

The State's attorney can have a bench warrant issued if you fail to appear but once you get there tell them you do not wish to testify. You can...

Who has custody of the child if there is no court order in place?

Parents have equal rights until there is an Order from the Court. How you respond and treat one another during this period will have a major...

Is there any way I can get my son back if he is sleeping on the floor and the father does not have a job?

This does not necessarily constitute an emergency. This is not a desired situation but unless he has been hurt or injured it does not rise to the...

What exactly is order of default?

A default judgment allows the court to proceed and make a ruling in the parties absence. You can file 1 day after the required waiting period. If...

Will my house be inspected if I am granted full custody

A custody evaluation could be ordered and the assigned person would visit your home and put her/his findings in the report. The custody...

If your child has an appointment coming up but the father won't give him back to you or will not take him what can I do?

As my colleagues have stated the type of appointment is important and will determine if it constitutes an emergency. I would also suggest that you...

Does SSI for my disabled child count toward child support?

There is an offset for SSI when calculating child support as a portion of the receivers money already goes to the minor child. Did your ex-husband...

How do I stop someone who is constantly violation court orders. The attorney is allowing her client to violate court order

You need to file a Motion for Contempt and Motion to Modify. You can address all of your concerns at that time and indicate how these actions are...

How long to respond to Child Support Motion after served by hand?

You have 30 days to respond from the date of service and 60 if you were served outside of Maryland.