I agree. DCS will likely check back 30 days after you said you last used to confirm that you are no longer using illegal substances and that the...

How long do I have to wait to petition for kids after an emergency custody placement case? why did they get taken from me?

If the case is still pending then you should have been given an opportunity to have counsel appointed or retained an attorney of your choice. You...

Can you be forced to pay child support for a child that is being adopted?

You are financially responsible for your child until your rights are terminated or you surrender even if there is not a child support order in...

If you were not married then he could file a Petition for Visitation in Juvenile Court. No one needs to have an attorney and can always represent...

Will I be responsible for my future husband's children if he should pass if we were to remarry? We reside in the state of TN

If you do not adopt the children or obtain legal custody of the children and are solely a step-parent, then you would not have a financial...

Can you get your children back with a severe neglect charge?

A parent can Petition for return of custody but must demonstrate by clear and convincing evidence that the circumstances that contributed to the...

Do I have to give back engagement ring in the divorce?

Generally, the ring is generally a gift in contemplation of marriage. Once the marriage is official then the ring becomes your separate property...

How old does a child have to be for him to stay overnight with the father in Tennessee?

There is not a specific age in Tennessee set for a child to be alone with his/her parent.

Can my step dad adopt me.

Yes. You can do an adoption as an adult. What a wonderful gift!

Can I do anything about my child's father emotionally abusing her?

You want to put your child in counseling to help deal with the immediate issues. If you want to modify Dad's visitation you have to look at your...