Both parents don't have custody but the cousin of the mother does. is it legal for the cousin to give the father the child? then

Until there is a court order stating which parent has custody of the child, both the mother and father have equal rights to the child. Even though...

How much time will the non custodial parent be given to pay a modest amount of arrears?

If the parties cannot come to an agreement regarding the monthly amount of arrears, the court has the discretion to determine what the monthly...

When a continuance is granted in family court.

In addition to Mr. Henry's response, I would just add that it also depends on what county the proceeding are in. Some counties are not as busy as...

I have primary custody of my children.Can my ex just drop off my children with relatives every time he has visitation.

More facts are needed in order to determine whether a court would be inclined to amend the Protective Order. If your ex is leaving your daughter...

Husband and I haven't had sex in 3 years, now he wants to leave but won't sign any agreement. Do I have to have his signature?

I would add to Mr. Henry's comment that you are possibly able to file for a Complaint for Absolute Divorce (under the ground of Adultery) or in the...

Can I file a lawsuit against a non-custodial parent for back child support, health insurance, etc?

Mr. Henry is correct. I would just add the court is only able to provide retroactive child support from the date you file for child support (which...

I could not say better than Jeff's response. Listen to what he has to say (write).

Both my daughter's 8 and 9 don't want any visitation. with their dad. do they have any say in court?

There are two different types of custody, legal and physical custody. Legal custody relates to how decisions regarding a child’s general health...

We have been married 2 years. I left my husband 10 months ago because of emotional abuse.

I agree with Mr. Wills' response, and would add that: Factors the court will consider in alimony decisions - the court shall consider all the...

My 17 year old daughter refuses to go with her mother for court ordered visitation.

I agree with Jeff, but would add the following: If you think that your daughter's mother will listen to your daughter and agree to her wishes...