Yes, your daughter can file for a restraining order against her ex-boyfriend in the Family Court. If the Court grants the request for a temporary...

How do I collect old child support with out using the San Diego Child Support Services?

The first step is to get a judgment/order for the total amount of arrears of child support. The Court can order him to repay this at a certain...

When can a child decide to end visitation?

This is a common concern parents often bring to my attention. According to statute, a child can have input in visitation when they are 13 years old...

Am i "abondonning" my family?

A court won't see this as abandonment, but it will have an impact on custody and visitation. The court generally considers what is "status quo" for...

The court allows parents to submit third party declarations (character letters), but they tend to not hold as much credibility as people expect. In...

What is the age of a child in CA when they can choose which parent to live with?

In California, a child age 14 or older can an opinion on where he or she wants to live, but it does not mean the Court will order what the child...

I need to get custody of my daughter as soon as possible. How should I go about doing so?

Depending on the circumstance, there could be grounds to advance your hearing but you would need to consult an attorney to determine whether this...

What's the cost to file an request to modify visitation? I do not live in CA & do not have an attorney.

To file a Request for Order is $60. However, San Diego County also requires a $30 fee for court reporters and if it is a post judgment motion,...

How do I stop someone from trying to use past records against me during a family court trial?

You can always object (orally at the hearing or by written means) to evidence provided to the Court by the Opposing Party or Opposing Counsel, but...

Can my parental rights be taken away or held in contempt for breaking a child custody order?

I agree with the other responses that if the order provides for phone contact, then you need to allow the calls. Your role is to facilitate the...