The father of my 3 year old daughter took her from me and we were never married. Police couldn't help. What should I do

You'll need to file a custody case against him. You've probably waited too long to seek an emergency hearing unless there is clear and convincing...

Can a 17 year old in MS be forced to return to her parents home?

Yes, a 17 year old can be forced to return home. Your options are very limited at this point. You could file for custody or guardianship, but if...

You are entitled to visitation with your child. If you sue for visitation, the mother will likely counterclaim for contempt on unpaid child...

Parent in jail custady

Consult a local attorney about seeking emergency custody. Assuming you are a fit and proper person to have custody, the child should not go to...

Can I take my friends twins to raise them she is willing to let me have them

Talk to an attorney about seeking custody or adoption. The father will need to consent or be served with process and given an opportunity to be...

What will happen

Your hearing on Monday is probably an arraignment, meaning that you will be formally informed of the charges against you. You will be asked if you...

If a person has 4 charges of domestic violence with no bond what does that mean?

It means he needs a lawyer really bad. It also means he will be sitting in jail until his trial, or until a lawyer is able to get a bond set. ...

What happens if defendants attorney doesn't show up

Usually the Judge will order the attorney on the other side to call the attorney's office and see what has happened. Depending on the situation,...

I'm 18 years old and I have a baby (5 months old) and I'm in DHS custody. Can I move out and get my own place?

If you are in DHS custody, you must live where they tell you to live. You may discuss your options with your DHS case worker--you may want to see...

You are not responsible for enrolling the child in school. If you want to seek custody of the child, both your daughter and the child's father...