Can I get custody of a child before they are born?

Any placement or adoption must go through the county and child protection since they will assume custody then the child is born. There will likely...

A lack of communication on such issues is always a concern. It is an issue that should be addressed in mediation first and, if you cannot resolve...

How to protect our 16yo dtr from an adult who is texting her about sex?

Indicate that you want no more contact. If any contact occurs, seek a Harassment Restraining Order on behalf of your daughter.

Can one parent give someone authority to post pictures of children on social media if the other parent does not approve?

Yes. In fact,. if the children are photographed in a public place and the photo is not use for some financial purpose, it is likely fair use of...

What is considered kidnapping for a dad without custody?

It is not kidnapping. It is a parenting issue. If there is no Order in place, one should be negotiated and/or memorialized as a court order.

Can they make my 8 yr testify in court about something that happened a year ago can I keep him from testifying ?

The answer may depend on the nature of the proceeding. If it is a family law proceeding, generally the child would not testify and, instead, the...

Can parents sign over rights of their kids to grandparents when in cps custody?

Generally the answer is "no." If Children Protection has taken custody, only child protection can transfer custody or make placements

It can be a gross misdemeanor or, more likely, a felony offense punishable by up to 3 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. {Presumptive sentence...

How can a response motion be something ALL together different then the original motion.?

A counter motion can raise new issues if it is served and filed no less than ten days before the hearing. Anything after 10 days should be...

A child never gets to decide where they will live. Absent an agreement, a parent would have to file a Motion to change custody and, in that...