Running away

You will have to check the law of your state. For example, in Oklahoma the answer would be no. Ditto for Arkansas. However, in New York, I believe...

How do I add a name to my baby's name?

In many states, changing a child's name, AS LONG AS BOTH PARENTS AGREE, is not an issue. Hire an attorney to do a name change.

Legally, it was a gift and it is yours. Morally, you will have to decide that for yourself.

What will the da decide on taking my newborn when i havent done anything for them to take her

You need to be discussing this with your attorney. Your best bet, depending upon your housing and job situation, could quite frankly be to go to a...

How long does a safety plan stay open

It varies with the plan based upon what is required. Since it is voluntary, you can change your mind, however, if the reasons for the Safety Plan...

First of all, you have not stated where your daughter lives. In Oklahoma, you would file a Write of Habeas Corpus, preferably after registering...

If I lost custody due to abandonment due I have any parental rights or am I still financially responsible

Was child support ordered at this time? Was this a guardianship? Has there been any subsequent litigation? You have most likely not lost your...

Can my husband sign the birth certificate if the biological father hasn't contacted us in over 6 months?

In Oklahoma when you are married, the husband has a presumption of fatherhood. He could have signed the birth certificate in the first place and...

What evidence do I need to provide to the courts in our "contempt of court" case?

What I would suggest is that you either record Mom (if that is legal in Texas) or you communicate by email and/or text. I would inform Mom that...

If you are serving Dad by certified mail this is fine IF he will pick it up. Otherwise, you need an address. If he is not trying to avoid service,...