Can a parent be granted custody of a child even though the child has been in a family members care since birth?

The parent does retain rights and can return to court as often as they file motions. The caregiver might qualify as a DE FACTO custodian. The...

You can file but it is unlikely in Kentucky. Kentucky law only allows EPO/DVO for persons living together, people who are related, or people who...

Do I need a new parenting plan given the circumstances in the details portion of this question for Sole to Joint Custody?

It is likely that you have to come up with a new parenting plan. The courts can modify based on the change of circumstances if you cannot agree. ...

I pay child support on my oldest daughter and the custodians whom are family are moving out of state. What can I do?

If you have custodial rights you can file a motion to prevent the relocation. You may also file a motion to amend the parenting/visitation time in...

Can a son 21 on felony division be in home with dad with 4th dui felony but didnt go to prison

If I am reading the question correctly, you are wondering if a person on felony diversion can live with another felon. The fact that they are...

Can your charge be lowed to misdemeaner in circuit court?

It CAN be but it depends on the charges, facts of the case and the willingness of the prosecution to amend the charges. It is generally more...

I got a second d.u.i. about a year and a half ago. the first one has since fell off my driving record. can i get the 2nd reduced

It is very possible, hire a competent criminal/dui defense attorney in the county in which you were charged. If that close, there may be room to...

My daughter is 20 and her friend is 17 (a girl also) is something happens will my daughter get into trouble for other girl drink

Both have committed the crime of Possession of Alcohol By Minor under KRS 244.085. Even though they are both underage to purchase or consume...

My son got 3 years for 4th DUI was told he would get out in 8 months the jailer is telling him it cant happen who is right

DUI 4 is a class D felony punishable by 1-5 years in prison. The minimum time to serve is 120 days and 240 if there was an aggravator. Like any...

If someone wheres a wire on you is that enough to get convicted and sent to prison or is it only enough to grant probable cause

It is likely enough to gain a conviction. Of course, they must prove who was in the audio and that may rely on the person wearing the wire. Often...