Can the Florida prosecutor force my 15 yr old son to testify against his father in a child abuse case

Short answer — prosecutor can but probably won’t pursue it if he doesn’t wish to cooperate. Sounds like a minor incident in which expense of...

Can my mom sign something saying she has temporary custody until I'm 18.

If your parent(s) (your father MAY also need to agree) are willing to allow you to reside with your friend's family to finish out the school year,...

How can my husband adopt my son?

As my colleagues have already described, it is a 2-step process -- (1) making your son legally free for adoption by termination of biological...

Whatever the requirements are that the parent be notified, and the reasons why you were not, you should go to Court and find out what is happening....

Are there any child custody lawyers in Kenosha, WI who could possible help me?

Contact the WI State Bar to get referrals to attorneys who practice in Family Law. The Bar may also be able to provide you with the names of...

How do I legally write up a contract & prove Im a surrogate mother or mother who's having a baby for a family member to adopt?

I agree with my colleague, Ms. Housen. Also, just because you are currently involved with DCS/CPS does not mean that your unborn child would be...

What can I do legally, to protect myself from truancy laws in Alabama?

You may be able to file an incorrigibility packet with the juvenile court to get some intervention with him before he goes further down this path.

Do i need an attorney if a parent is petitioning guardianship after 8yrs of no contact or support

Possibly not. Go to the Maricopa County Superior Court self service center for juvenile forms for dependency and/or guardianship. I would still...

Am i by law supposed to get some type of paperwork when somebody files for adoption of my grandson .since I'm a family member

I agree with my colleagues that only parents, or a legal guardian, are entitled to notice.

Do I need an appeal attorney?

If you were required to 'register in your home state as an adult,' you likely need to also register in AZ. You should consult with a criminal...