Can I/am I likely to get an emancipation?

At 16 you can petition the court to change custody arrangements (meaning that you are asking the court to allow someone else other than your...

If u get a peace order or charge with harrasment what are the consequences. so far not a problem

You should always not go around somewhere where you believe trouble may ensue. With that being said, depending on a slue of facts not present...

What does best interest of child mean?

courts will look at custody to determine the "best interests" of the child. They look at several factors. No single factor is most important. This...

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I'm at stay at home mom, my sons father and I are separated. I have primary custody of child. We have joint custody but...

It appears from your reply to Jeff's response that you have joint legal custody, but primary physical. If he is looking to change physical custody...

What is a change in circumstances regarding custody and the best interest of the child?

After a court enters an order of custody or visitation (including an order approving and incorporating the parents' agreement into its order), the...

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Do I need to file relocation papers if I have sole legal and physical?

I would recommend that you provide him with notice and let him file for modification if he does not think that he would be able to see the child...

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Jeff and Brandy, as usual, are spot on in their responses. The Court cannot provide a preference to one parent due to their sex and/or the sex of...

Lien attachment after divorce? What if ex-husband declares bankruptcy?

There are a lot of different possible responses, depending on facts that are not present, such as does the settlement agreement have any language...

I filed almost 2 yrs ago and I'm still waiting for a court date. I live in MD and my son's father lives in DC. What should I do?

I agree with counsel's response. Depending on if the case was filed in MD or DC would determine what type of any further general response can be...

Once I get a court date in the matter of child support will I have to appear in court with my son's father as well?

Yes, both you and the father of the child must appear in court. if you have not already provided your income verification and expenses to OCSE,...