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Does the father have automatic rights to his son if he signed the birth certificate?

Christina's answer | Answered on October 03, 2016

By law, signing the birth certificate the parents have joint custody, however, without court orders the assumption of joint custody may be invalid....

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If a father signed over his rights can the child still live in his home?

Christina's answer | Answered on October 03, 2016

It sounds like CPS is involved. If so, the living arrangements of the child may be spelled out in that case. If there is a no contact order...

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What is the fine and penalty for fourth degree simple assault and how to remove an epi imposed by the police not my wife.

Christina's answer | Answered on October 03, 2016

Without knowing the circumstances, there is no way to answer your question. You need to consult local counsel for your proceedings and they can...

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What can I do if my rights have been terminated when I completed everything.

Christina's answer | Answered on October 03, 2016

If your rights have been terminated and it has been within 10 days, you can file an appeal, otherwise there isn't much you can do except ask your...

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Can my husband force his child's mother to change their child's last name?

Christina's answer | Answered on October 03, 2016

Neither party can "force" the other to change a child's name. Your husband can motion the family court or file a Petition in probate court and...

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Can a parent terminate a fathers rights to his 2 yr old son and unborn twins in exhange of no financial obligation to the kids?

Christina's answer | Answered on October 03, 2016

Generally, when a parent is seeking termination the court wants another person stepping into that role (like a step-parent). Public policy and the...

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When the non custodial parent does not comply with court order, what can I do?

Christina's answer | Answered on September 29, 2016

Speak to an Attorney about filing a contempt motion in family court or have the County Attorney's office pursue him criminally. You are in a tough...

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Can I get help with the cost of a divorce in the state of Ky because I'm on Social security disability income

Christina's answer | Answered on September 28, 2016

You can represent yourself (Pro se) and file with a motion with your Petition for in formara pauperis (meaning you cannot pay the fees to file). ...

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Am I entitled to half the assets of my marriage if ive only been married for six months?

Christina's answer | Answered on September 28, 2016

You are not entitled to anything for emotional distress. You are to an equitable division of marital assets and marital debt. I don't know why you...

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What can i do about my child's"father" he hasnt paid child support in about 5 months?

Christina's answer | Answered on September 27, 2016

I cannot determine what you are seeking from your questions. There are two scenarios: 1) Bio father terminates his rights and your husband adopts...

Christina M. Tobin's Answers (5119)

Does the father have automatic rights to his son if he signed the birth certificate?

If a father signed over his rights can the child still live in his home?

What is the fine and penalty for fourth degree simple assault and how to remove an epi imposed by the police not my wife.

What can I do if my rights have been terminated when I completed everything.

Can my husband force his child's mother to change their child's last name?

Can a parent terminate a fathers rights to his 2 yr old son and unborn twins in exhange of no financial obligation to the kids?

When the non custodial parent does not comply with court order, what can I do?

Can I get help with the cost of a divorce in the state of Ky because I'm on Social security disability income

Am I entitled to half the assets of my marriage if ive only been married for six months?

What can i do about my child's"father" he hasnt paid child support in about 5 months?