My sister's ex-husband punched her in the face in front of their daughter in Las Vegas. How does this affect custody?

Hopefully police were called and a report taken. Assuming domestic violence charges are brought, if convicted, the ex is likely to have a hard time...

Will I go to jail or get the domestic violence charge?

I agree with Ms. Whitbeck. Jail time is unlikely but you should definitely get a criminal defense attorney on board. One will be appointed to you...

What can i do to get my son home?

I'm a little confused as to where everyone is now, but I'm assuming you are in Oklahoma and he's in Oklahoma for a visit and not there permanently....

Relocation is tricky as permission will really depend first upon whether you can demonstrate it's in the children's best interest and that they...

What case law supports change of legal custody?

Legal custody of children is a fundamental right and will not be curtailed unless there is significant evidence of a parent's unfitness or a threat...

Does both parties sign the divorce papers in the uncontested divorce?

Ms. Whitbeck is right. Check the court records where the ex lived at the time to see if they have any record of the divorce. And if he refused to...

Is a un-notorized letter from my son's grandma stating that she's writing on behalf of my ex enough to contest a name change?

If you meant that you have "sole" legal custody and that isn't restricted to any particular purpose (for example, "sole legal custody for purposes...

Unless the father is unable to drive safely, the rest is just his legal problems. I wouldn't call police to turn him in unless he's driving while...

Ms. Whitbeck is right. This is a fairly convoluted situation where a good explanation should precede any advice.

Can a mother hide a child from the father 30 minutes after birth?

Though I won't be as effusive as Ms. Whitbeck, her suggestion is a good one: visit with an experienced attorney. Her vandalizing your car will make...