What is the legal action if the mom who has custody is jailed? There’s a long distance decreed. But now live in same state?

If you don't, who else will? How long is her sentence? I think you've grounds to modify custody. Get a lawyer involved.

How can i change a visitation order if it's only been a few months?

This might very well qualify as a material change in circumstances justifying a modification NOW. Basically, you could seek to change the...

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Does a trail de novo for small claims still follow the rules of the justice court ?

JP rules apply to JP courts only. Discovery is allowed in the county courts at law.

I'm being harassed. And threatened by my ex. What do I do? Can I get a restraining order?

Hire a lawyer and send this guy a "go to hell" letter demanding he cease this ridiculous activity, a specific time to arrange to get his stuff. ...

Can I get emergency custody?

Get a lawyer and file for custody. At least consult a lawyer if nothing else.

I am owed a large amount from an elder family member?

That is a great idea. Talk to an attorney about memorializing the agreement.

Can I ask for child support if now both kids are living with me since my divorce was finalized ?

File a motion to modify the conservatorship and custody. How long has the other child been with you?

Can i get custody of my nephew??

Who else besides you would be interested in the boy? File a motion to modify the custody and to get temporary orders, then final orders

Can a non custodial parent enroll a child in school?

Tell your husband to enroll the child in school AND to file a motion to modify custody. It's likely you may have a good grounds to modify custody...

I'd suggest filing a motion for modification seeking a change of custody or alternatively an interlock device on the car. I assure you a family...