How does a grandparent get temporary custody of grandchild without the mother being notified first

It sounds like a Youth Court had what is called a Shelter Hearing. Those hearings determine whether or not the Court has jurisdiction and can even...

What does primary physical and primary legal custody mean?

If you have been awarded primary physical custody and primary legal custody of your children you have every right to make the decisions pertaining...

How can I have grandparents visitation revoked or terminated in MS?

If the visitation is ordered by a Court you will need to file for a modification. Modifications can be difficult to obtain, but if you feel...

Should I try and get a lawyer or take the easy way out for 1st offense non ajudication dui?

Obviously it is your decision whether or not you decide to hire an attorney. There were some changes to the non-adjudication law that went into...

I was recently divorced in NC. My X moved to AL. How long after her relocation can I file for a new custody hearing?

If you are interested in filing for a modification of child custody Mississippi law requires what is called a "material change in circumstances."...

When to tell the truth?

Typically the child will be ordered to go to a forensic interview and be questioned (in Hinds the agency responsible for questioning the child is...

Can I sue my husband's lover for alienation of affection in Mississippi?

Unfortunately it does not appear that you will be able to sue your husbands paramour for Alienation of Affection. In Mississippi you have to prove...

Adoption of a step child

Since the age of majority in Mississippi is 21, and your daughter is currently 20, you would need to include her biological father on the petition....

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