Can i get sole or primary custodial even though the current order has me being the non custodial parent?

Nobody would be able to say definitively, but asking the court to approve an order that reflects the status quo would make sense.

How long does a TRO last?

You are entitled to a hearing within 21 days of the issuance of a TRO.

What are the general rules for picking up and dropping off after visitation?

I agree with Ms. Routledge. Receiving parent usually picks up. The reason is that if the parents live in two different cities (which I will...

I pay child support for both kids. Their father will not let them call or see me do I have rights ?

File an RFO for visitation orders. You should not need his permission.

I live in California and my son and daughter in law live in michgan the cps had taken them is there any way i could get them

You may need to hire an attorney in Michigan and possibly file for guardianship depending on the seriousness of the case.

Domestic Violence cases can be BOTH family and criminal cases. One is filed by a spouse against the other (Family Law/Civil) and the other is...

If I am a non-resident of California, but my children live there with custodial parent, does the order have to be in California?

If the Department of Child Support services is handling the case, it is normally handled where the children reside. In Orange County they do allow...

Can a 10 year old girl be forced to visit her father whom she fears

I believe it is a violation of ethical rules for a psychologist to serve as both an individual therapist and a reunfication therapist. I had a...

What is the best way to go about changing a minor's last name when the non-custodial parent is not involved or can't be located?

Go to the Orange County Superior Court Website, which will explain the process of changing the name of a minor. You do have to show you actually...

How would I go about moving out of state with my child legally?

You would need to request permission from the court who issued your custody and visitation orders to move by filing a Request for Order for a move...