Can I recieve medical attention? Apply for Wic etc.

You should know that if you apply for Medicaid, then they will discover that you are a runaway. They will have to report it. You need health care...

Do you have a person you would trust to help you with that? They should consult an attorney to file a petition for conservatorship. This means...

How Long does the biological father have to be considered as abondonment ?

It is 4 months prior to the filing of the petition for willful failure to visit and willful failure to support the child. You should contact an...

IIf i have misdmeanor charge pending could i still obtain custody of my grandchild from his other grandparent?

It is possible, but not likely if the other grandparent has no criminal history. The court will want to know what the child's wishes are, but they...

She should consult an attorney who can discuss all of the options. The order granting custody can also include language regarding visits. It can...

What can I do?

You should consult an attorney. Step-parent adoptions are very common. It sounds like you have grounds to terminate the bio father's rights. You...

What legal actions do I need to take to gain custody?

You should file a petition in juvenile court asking for custody. I recommend that you hire an attorney to help you.

Does a 15 year old have a say in visitation to the NC parent.

If the NC parent agrees to change the schedule, that would be okay in TN. I am not sure about GA. If the NC parent does not agree, you can ask...

How concerned should I be that DCS has an investigation to do because our 17 yr old daughter claimed we kicked her out?

Any time you are dealing with DCS you should be concerned. You should not talk to them without an attorney--just like you wouldn't talk to the...

How do I file a complaint?

Contact the Department of Workforce and Labor Development. They can help you understand if there is a problem.