Can my sister babys father get full custody if he has a felony and on probation but he is also getting cash aid for the baby?

When determining child custody, a family court judge will have to first determine what is in the best interest of the child. Looking at your issue...

I was supposed to serve my ex and the courts with the findings and order after hearing within "the period prescribed by the

The fact of the matter is that there is a minute order out there that reflects the judge's decision in your case. That minute order needs to be...

What does calcrim Nos. 416-420 mean.

I think you are asking whether or not prosecutors can charge someone with a crime for taking the witness stand and committing perjury. If I am...

Can I file motion to set aside for domestic violence case?

If by domestic violence case you are talking about a CLETS DV temporary restraining order filed in the family law courts, then you should be able...

Marriage/citizenship

First, extortion is a crime. California Penal Code 518 punishes you for extortion when you obtain property (or an official act) from another...

My 15 year old special needs daughter accused her dad of molestation and alcohol abuse while she was in his custody.

One important factor is the child's age. Assuming that she is over 12 years old and is articulate and mature, she should have no problem conveying...

I am getting behind in the child support payments, is there a way to be proactive so that I minimize this becoming a major

Child Support takes priority over all other expenses in the eyes of the Court. Unless the order is modified so that the amount paid is lowered, the...

Generally speaking, it is a criminal act to record someone without their knowledge or consent. California makes it a crime to record or eavesdrop...

Finalizing divorce in CA through Request for Default of Entry by petitioner

If you have received a court stamped copy (i.e. conformed copy) of your Request for Default and it is checked off by the Court Clerk as having been...

My ex-wife and I signed an agreement for her to visit our child every other weekend, in return I was suppose to assist her by

Generally, a child support court order must be modified by filing the appropriate papers in court. The modification is only "retroactive" to the...