If a detective says he can smell pot - is that deemed 'probable cause' to go into a closed door residence - without a warrent.

If they were invited into the building or with a warrant then they had a reasonable suspicion a crime occurred based on the odor of marijuana the...

I have been divorced for several years my son is 14 and he wants to move in with me what do I need to do to change custody and s

You can file a PEtition for modification of custody and the child can complete an affidavit to inform the court of his preference which the court...

Filing divorce petition, but my wife is pregnant and I have doubts am the father,what do I check on the petition about children?

The fact that he is pregnant needs to be mentioned . I agree with the other Attorneys that there is a legal presumption that the child is yours and...

Can i legally leave state with my child if my husband and i are separated with no divorce or custody rights done yet?

You cannot take the child from the state without his permission and you can be charged with kidnapping if you do.

Does a spouse-not on mortgage and or loan-have property rights (other than upon early death of other), if there's a divorce?

Yes if it was acquired during the marriage and will be divided on an equitable basis.

Can I leave my husband and take my child to another state? I have been hit, chocked, etc. I just want to leave.

Since you never called the police you have no proof of what you have experienced. You can file a TPO And seek the protection of the court. The...

I am not sure why you are blocking phone contact which would not look good for you in court however I agree that if he has not filed a Petition ...

My kids father had had our kids for a week in ct if I went to CT to get them he said he callin the cops reporting kidnapping

The state where the children had been living within six months of bringing the case is the state that has jurisdiction and in your fact scenario...

Can my Fiance's ex-husband and father of their two children get a restraining order against me for his kids

He can seek a modification of custody but a domestic violence restraining order cannot be used to change custody. If the children live in the home...

What can I do to see my daughter again

There is absolutely no reason except for the fact that you were not married to the mother so you need to file a Petition for Legitimation and ask...