No, you cannot sign your parental rights over to your Mother. However, you can request that your Mother be considered by DCS for placement of your...

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How do I get transcripts from a previous family trail?

To order transcripts of electronically recorded court proceedings in Maricopa County call Electronic Records Services (602-506-7100) for...

How can I get guardianship of a child that is not mine?

Title 14 guardianship in Arizona is based on parental consent meaning both parents will have to agree to allow you to take care of the child under...

Terminating parental right's prior to marriage?

As long as the biological Father consents to relinquishing his parental rights so your current fiancé can adopt the child, then the fact that...

Can an attorney give advice and direct the Judge on how to rule a case

A good attorney with knowledge of the law will request that a judge put orders in place to accomplish their client's goals. Judges do not have...

What does default mean with a divorce?

When a party fails to respond to a divorce petition within the time proscribed by law, the party is “in default.” This can only occur after proper...