What does it mean to file a motion for non custodial parent to be held contempt to court?

If you have custody, get a certified copy of the parenting plan. The police should then help you get your son, if it is clear that the mom is...

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I need to serve someone by tomorrow (custody papers) They live out of state, and I don't have an address.

Normally you first have to try personal service. If that is unsuccessful, you then would need to ask court permission to serve by publication or...

Which Attorney would I seek if a Wash State CPS Worker had me unknowingly sign my Parental Rights away during Incarceration?

In theory you might be able to vacate the adoption order for fraud, but the realistic possibility is very low. See my AVVO Legal Guides on vacating...

Ex under CPS investigation of HER child, what about my children? 50-50. My kids were questioned at school What is my next step?

You should schedule a free 1/2 hour consultation with an attorney experienced in family law. See my AVVO Legal Guides on modifications and CPS...

My ex has NO visitation and I want to move out of state. We have a parenting plan, does it matter with no visitation?

Your parenting plan and the Relocation Act require prior notice of the planned relocation. See my AVVO Legal Guides on Relocation for more...

Do I have to abide by a judge's ruling when I am not joined in a case?

It seems like in essence you paid your friend for the season tickets. The season tickets were probably community property. Your friend may or may...

Do grandparents have grandparents rights in Wa. state.

Grandparents can intervene only if the biological parents are unfit. In your situation your best bet to see your grandkids would be if your son got...

The answer is probably yes. It would be most efficient to talk to the WA State Division of Child Support to see if they would collect; if so, they...

As an Aunt, do I have any rights to see my great nephew, whos father died, and he lives with his mom and stepfather?

No. The only exception would be if the bio mom is an unfit parent. In that exceptional situation a relative may be able to file a non-parental...

I have not seen my daughter in about 1 month. What actions should I take for the other parent violating a parent plan ?

It sounds like a motion for contempt would be appropriate. Most commissioners rule that mediation is not required prior to the filing of a motion...