Will I be sent to criminal court if I accept a Permanent order of protection at domestic violence court in Raleigh,N.C?

Entering into a Consent Order and agreeing to have a domestic violence protective order entered without findings of fact will not automatically...

Is it ever ok for the person paying Child Support to Withhold money out of the check?

No, he cannot withhold money from child support unless there was a provision in the child support order allowing him to do that which is very...

What if my children do not want to visit my ex before a custody hearing?

You do not have to let your children visit their dad if there is not a court order, but with that said it may hurt you in the custody case. They...

Can a child custody/support order be registered in two states if we moved from the original state the order came from?

He can register the order in his state for enforcement. You can register the order in your state for enforcement and modification. This means...

What do I need to do to get a separation in North Carilina

Both attorneys have given you excellent advise. My advise would be to meet with a family law attorney before you take any action to ensure that...

At what age does a child have the right to make his/her own decisions regarding visitation?

In NC the child cannot make the decision not to visit when there is a court order. The judge makes that decision as part of a motion to modify...

Should I try and get full custody or just child support for both girls

You stated in the facts that you have temporary custody. If neither of the parents requests a hearing for permanent custody the temporary custody...

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What documents do I need to file for a divorce?

If you get divorced and have not taken care of dividing your property and debts, having titles to vehicles signed, etc. then you will not be able...

The best way to defend yourself is to hire a family law attorney that regularly does domestic violence cases.

Can my son father take joint custody away? I am in nc

I don't have enough information to give you very specific advise. You don't say whether your "agreement" is in the form of a court order or a...