My ex-wife and I have had a paternity test done and I am not the father. Can legally move out of state without my consent?

If you have rights by court order and it sounds as though you do, she has to file a notice of intent to relocate. This then allows you to file what...

Can a custody order be appealed on the grounds of inadequate representation?

Probably not. There may be other things, but I'm thinking in terms of appeal.

How can I gain custody if the mother isn't physically able to care for her child and the father has an Order of Protection?

In Ohio we would join you as a party and assert the custody claim. I'm learning from this site though California is sometimes different. My hope is...

I need to know what actions I should take to go from shared parenting to full custody as a residential parent?

First, let me give you the common refrain on this site: Talk To An Attorney. What you are describing a change, perhaps more than just you being...

What rights do my husband have to keep his daughter?

With the conditions as described, now that paternity has been established he should get an emergency order of custody. Keep in mind though, this...

Parenting Agreement: If mother doesn't agree, then what?

You can file it there with a motion but a judge has to decide. Use an attorney to make sure it gets done right.

It could but given his history if involvement I'm not sure how much attention the father should get.

Do I have to maintain contact with my ex husband and allow him to see the children?

Instead of talking with people, why not talk to an attorney? On talking to the father, try to. You have children to raise after you leave the court...

How heavily will my request as the "victim" to drop/reduce charges impact the Prosecutors decision?

Difficult to answer because it's not your case. I'm sure they'll take it into consideration.

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My daughter has a unruly charge and I have already made plans to move out of state. What are my options.

You'll need to talk to the judge and/or probation department. Not showing up for court is not the way to handle this. Get an attorney to handle it....