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How likely a father could have a 50-50 custody if the mother had had primary custody for 3 1/2 years?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

The courts like to see both parents involved as much as possible. However, there are child custody statutes in place that help protect the child...

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My ex is not on our child's birth cert. and is not paying support. If he pays support will he be granted visitation?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 28, 2014

I agree with my colleague. With the exception of their connection while calculating support, child support and parenting time are independent of...

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If u are ordered child support but later find out the child isn't yours can it be reversed

Joni's answer | Answered on March 28, 2014

This is a very fact sensitive question. Public policy in Indiana is very clear that the state will not assist in bastardizing a child. That...

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My childs mother and I have reached an agreement on child support. What can I do to set up the support order outside court?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 28, 2014

A verbal or written agreement to modify the terms of a child support order is not enforceable unless it has been filed with the court and approved...

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My son has asthma. His mother is filing for child support. How will his medical bills effect my weekly child support amount?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 26, 2014

The weekly child support calculation considers the costs of medical insurance premiums for the child but not out of pocket expenses. However, the...

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How can I get emancipated if my mom basucally agreed to it bit still wont sign the papers?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 26, 2014

It would be a good idea to speak with an experienced family law attorney about the details of your situation. It is important to know how old you...

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Is there any way I can legally temporarily or permanently leave my parents' home without their consent?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this. Emancipation is one way of disconnecting the legal obligation between a child and parent. ...

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How long take a judge to issue a warrent for not abiding rules in court order?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

One way to enforce a court order is to file a Petition for Contempt Citation or Motion for Rule to Show Cause. That alerts the court that there is...

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Is there a way to get around needing both parents signatures to get a child a passport when the father is in jail and refuses.

Joni's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

There are times when exceptions can be made to the passport requirements. You may be asked to provide evidence that you have sole legal and...

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What happens if custody paper agreements have been broken?

Joni's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

Court orders do not automatically become void due to someone's failure to abide by them. Are the papers you are referring to guardianship or...

Joni Lynne Sedberry's Answers (41)

How likely a father could have a 50-50 custody if the mother had had primary custody for 3 1/2 years?

My ex is not on our child's birth cert. and is not paying support. If he pays support will he be granted visitation?

If u are ordered child support but later find out the child isn't yours can it be reversed

My childs mother and I have reached an agreement on child support. What can I do to set up the support order outside court?

My son has asthma. His mother is filing for child support. How will his medical bills effect my weekly child support amount?

How can I get emancipated if my mom basucally agreed to it bit still wont sign the papers?

Is there any way I can legally temporarily or permanently leave my parents' home without their consent?

How long take a judge to issue a warrent for not abiding rules in court order?

Is there a way to get around needing both parents signatures to get a child a passport when the father is in jail and refuses.

What happens if custody paper agreements have been broken?