Yes, DHR has power, ad lots of it. If you take the kids, you will go to jail and likely lose them permanently. Instead, get a lawyer if you can. if...

My Daughters Father is a registered level 3 sex offender, could he win visitation or custody in court?

Highly unlikely. http://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=26.09.191 And why do you have Facebook contact still? You should block him and...

I been separated since '01 after 20 yr now considering divorce. asking about money ,will she be able to take half want i have.

It is possible, but not too likely. You have been separate for a very long time. Depending on where you file for divorce the answer will change....

How to structure a deal between family members rehabbing a new home. One person contributing to the costs but no offer of equity

Your concerns are valid, and their responses are consistent with trouble. You already know the risks you face. They omitted the upside to the...

When, exactly, can someone file child abandonment papers? What all has to take place for this to happen? And how is it answered?

Were you married to him? If not, he has no rights yet, really, and no obligations either. No, it will not force him in her life. A paternity...

Does my ex make my kids come over with my new wife if I'm not there?

You file a contempt motion if your ex is not obeying the custody order. If there is no custody order, go get one.

Can I open lawsuit against Department of Children and Families

Your post is not at all clear about what happened. But no, usually you cannot sue the government for doing its job in a way you did not like.

How many weeks is considered abandonment of a child?

Left her where? And why? No, a few weeks is not abandonment in the legal termination of rights sense. It is a long time though and may be enough...

Can a judgment from family court - community property division - be collected through garnishment of my bank account...

Family court is a civil court. No separate action is needed to collect on its order. But as to your specific order, and whether garnishment is...

Can I be in contempt of court if I don't travel 6 hours for my son to have a week-end visit with his dad when he has been sick?

You can be in contempt if you do not follow the court order. The coordinator email may be considered part of that. But do not fear his threats! If...