Who can get legal custody of a child if both parents are unfit? Mother on drugs, father incarserated.

If you can prove the parents are unfit, you may be able to be granted custody. You should hire an attorney as you will be required to prove unfitness.

Citing case law from your state and/or district is appropriate. Citing case law from other states is usually only effective if there is no case law...

Why is cps making it harder to get our boys back home when we are doing everything they tell us to do

There could be a number of reasons why children services has filed for permanent custody. You certainly can use your compliance with the case plan...

How can you qualify for Intervention in Lieu of Conviction in Ohio

Intervention in lieu of conviction is not available for second degree felonies. Unless the robbery was overcharged and a lesser offense is more...

In traffic court, is there a way to determine the most effective defense method for a specific city court?

While all the cities in Ohio are governed by Ohio law, the courts of appeal often differ as to the interpretation of the laws. While these...

My son has to go to court what can I do? Can I take the Paper work from the program that he is in with the county

He will need an attorney. If he is convicted, he may have additional barriers to getting his driver's license. You have not stated the nature of...

Can I appeal a child support order after going to court?

You can object to the magistrate's decision. You will only have either 10 or 14 days to object depending upon whether this is s decision or an...

Do I need a lawyer

An unmarried mother has custody of the child. Unless he filed for custody, you get to decide the major issues in the child's life. If the father...

Will marrying the father of my child stop his parents from being able to sue for grandparent visitation in Ohio?

Grandparents can sue for visitation if the parents of the child are not married. Married parents have the right to decide whether or not to give...

What happens when prosecutor doesn't give judge all the evidence?

You could have asked for a restitution hearing to determine the true amount that you needed to pay back. This can be difficult to do after the fact.