There are two types of protection orders in South Dakota: domestic abuse and stalking. What you have described does not appear to meet the...

How can I regain custody of my child after he was given up for adoption but the papers were never notorized?

If you have a copy of the adoption papers, take them to a family law attorney near you to review and discuss with him or her. The fact that the...

HHow much time is my bf facing for simple assault

Duplicate question - see response on other posting.

HHow much time is my bf facing ?

Simple assault third or subsequent is a Class 6 felony punishable by a MAXIMUM of two years in the state penitentiary and/or a $4,000 fine. Again,...

Custody, in the case of a grandparent?

Talk to a family law attorney near you. Custody is based upon what is in the best interests of the child, and the law does allow for grandparent...

Depends upon the context, but as the others have stated, it is never just when children are visible. It would include those times when children...

How do i get emancipated even tho im 17 years old ?

To be emancipated, you have to prove you are capable of caring for and supporting yourself without anyone else's assistance - including government...

Can I take legal action?

Reclassifying this out of guardianship and into libel and slander for you.

How can I get temporary legal guardianship over my niece who lives with me?

Talk to a family law attorney near you about seeking custody of the daughter. While unusual, it is possible that a non-parent could be awarded...

My ex says he is taking me to court for custody. How can he if we don't even have a DNA test and he is not on the birth certific

Before he can establish custody, he'll need to establish he is the father, but he can seek to do that as part of the same action. Custody is based...