It will be several weeks before a “case packet” reaches the DA’s office. When she gets a postcard to appear for court, you can go to the DA’s...

How do i get legal custody of my son so that i can travel with him since the father showed no interest in the pregnancy?

You have several options. You can file a suit affecting parent-child relationship and have the court appoint you as a joint or sole managing...

I wasn't made aware that relinquishing my right was termination, was i misrepresented

If you relinquished to CPS, then the affidavit states that the relinquishment is irrevocable and that a termination petition and adoption may be...

My charges have a 2 year minimum sentence , could I receive probabtion , differed adjudication?

It will depend on your criminal history, the facts of your case, whether you are a good candidate for community supervision. First time offenders...

No. The ADA will offer time served, a fine (usually about $500) and the court costs. You can ask to pay the fine over six months. If you fail to...

What if i'm a grandparent requesting temp custody when CPS is trying to remove all parental rights of my son (father of baby)

In order to intervene into a CPS case, you would have to plead that you have had a substantial past relationship with the child and the appointment...

My daughter is 16 and pregnant and is in full custody of her Aunt, Am I able to bring her back home with me?

You will need to file a Petition to Modify. The 16 year old is old enough to confer with the Judge and explain her wishes. The court will take...

Can CPS take my kids away if my husband and I passed a drug test but my husbands brother who lives with us refuses to take it?

I doubt CPS would file a Petition for Removal, but they may file a Motion to Participate and ask the Court to issue an order requiring any number...

The court order will continue to be in full force and effect. If you need to enforcement at some point in time, you simply need to contact the...

Can i sue to have my sons last name changed to mine?

Because you are married, it is presumed the child is yours. If you have any doubts, you can request a paternity test. Otherwise, the best way to...