What are the father's rights when the mother is actively using drugs?

If you have reason to believe the mother is using illegal drugs, you can seek a modification of custody and may have grounds to seek an emergency...

Do I need a lawyer to get a hardship license?

In theory, you can represent yourself, but that's almost always a horrible idea. Your best chance of obtaining a positive outcome would be to hire...

Yes. If you are convicted of 2nd offense DUI, jail time is mandatory. There are other issues you must consider as well. Consult with an...

How can I get custody

If the children are in CPS custody, you'll have to be vetted by CPS, likely including drug tests and criminal background checks for all adult...

Can my 12 yo choose for my husband/ her dad to adopt her?

The biological father will have to either sign a surrender of parental rights and consent to adoption or be served with process and given an...

How can my wife adopt my daughter (her stepdaughter)?

You will need an attorney and may also have to pay for a guardian ad Litem. Contact a local attorney.

Not unless the remaking biological parent's rights have been terminated by a court. That parent will have to execute a proper surrender of parental...

How do I get released from having a conservator?

If you are under a court-ordered conservatorship, you'd need to have a lawyer file a motion to end the conservatorship, and you'd need medical...

What is the procedure for a pre-trial conference?

A pretrial conference is usually held to discuss procedural issues in a case. It is not the time when evidence is presented or decisions on the...

Some jurisdictions impose jail time for first offense shoplifting. Contact a local attorney and avoid making incriminating statements in public...