I filed a temporary restraining order agaisnt my husband, how can I dismiss the case?

First of all, I do not see anything in your explanation of what occurred that would rise to a level that would warrant your losing your child to...

How do I answer a complaint for reduction in child support?

If you go to the Maryland Judiciary website (http://www.courts.state.md.us/), you will find a link to under the "For Citizens" area for "custody...

Who typically gets custody of a 12 month old?

The question that a court must decide is what is in the best interests of the child. A stable home environment is important for a child. Although...

What happens at the scheduling hearing in a custody case when a defendant failed to answer the complaint for custody

The scheduling hearing is simply a hearing at which the court will set dates (e.g. pendente lite hearing date and final custody hearing date). No...

If there is an open action between you and your ex-spouse (e.g. motion to modify) and you have been served, then you are required under the...

My fiancee spanked my son. He is being charged with 2nd deg child abuse and 2nd deg assault. What may his charges be?

There are two aspects of what can occur here. Firstly, DSS may file a Child in Need of Assistance ("CINA") complaint. This would relate to...

I want to file for a modification on my ex for visitation, but he has moved and I don't have an address what do I do?

I would suggest that you retain the services of an attorney. There are ways to try to locate a person by using their name, date of birth and...

What basis would one argue to retain sole custody with hostile parent who filed for joint custody?

There are two (2) types of custody, legal and physical. Legal custody is the right of either or both parties to make decisions (eduction, medical,...

Filing Contempt papers

You can file a motion for contempt. The court will schedule a show cause hearing at which the mother will be required to show cause as to why she...

Can my son's father seek custody from another state?

Based on your question, I am assuming that there is no custody order in effect. With that in mind, you would be well advised to file for custody...