So i just 17 years old july.I love parents too death but i can no longer stay here anymore. I'm in fear staying in house now

If you are in fear or in any danger, you need to contact law enforcement. DCF may also become involved. You can only help yourself by standing up...

Where would custody proceedings take place

You are likely going to need a NY attorney to assist you - especially if he is in New York still and filing the legal proceedings there - which if...

No access to my daughter and her whereabouts are unknown.

Where are all of the respective parties located? I see the divorce was in Texas, she was in India, now in US? Please clarify so we have some more...

DCF may investigate, however, if you are doing everything right and doing what you are supposed to be doing, I would not be worrying about the...

I agree with my colleagues - it is time to file for divorce. Once that happens you can then begin to move forward, not only with your life, but...

In the state of florida, what do I need to do to get custody of my daughter

What do you mean what do you need to do to get custody of your daughter? Is she only with the father? Are there any court orders in place? More...

If a spouse has temporary exclusive custody, is the other spouse allowed to go to the home?

Does the order granting the temporary exclusive use of the home mention you being able to go to the home to retrieve your belongings? Are there...

I am putting a restraining order on a former boyfriend. He has spit upon me several times and slapped my face 1 year ago.

Yes you can have an attorney with you -- in fact, you can have an attorney draft the initial injunction petition for you. I would recommend...

Emmancipation laws in Pennsylvania

Taking you to court where? In PA? If so you need to consult with an attorney there to see if his argument is valid.

If my teenage children want to live with me, will a court uphold their request and do they have to go back to my ex first?

I agree with Mr. Seino - it seems NJ is the proper state for jurisdiction. You may want to contact an attorney there and see what your options are...