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At what age can a child decide which parent he or she wants to stay with in the state of washington?
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Answered on June 13, 2011
There is no set age when a child can decide which parent to live with. Only a judge can do that. The judge's do consider the child's wishes, but...
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My boyfriend got arrested last week for domestic violence. He has court this Thursday. When can I go in to try to drop the
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Answered on June 13, 2011
You should contact the prosecutor to discuss dropping the charges. They don't automatically dismiss charges, even if the victim asks them to do so.
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Is my marrige legal
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Answered on June 13, 2011
Yes.
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I have an order to seek an alcohol and drug evaluation before being able to see child. I have completed treatment now how what
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Answered on June 13, 2011
You should file a motion to allow visitation, as provided in the previous order. Your motion should attach proof of your completion of treatment.
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I have custody of my children. My husbands children have been living with us since 2007 even though on paper she has custody.
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Answered on June 13, 2011
See my AVVO Legal Guides on Relocation and Interstate Child Custody. The judge will consider the wishes of the children, but there are other more...
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I have full custody of my15 year old son. 3 months ago he ran away and I have been searching for him including
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Answered on June 13, 2011
If, as you say, the mom is helping your son violate the parenting plan and use drugs, she is committing custodial interference. That is a crime,...
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If a child gets verbally abusive and in a adults face, the adult gently removes the child, can the adult be charged with abuse
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Answered on June 12, 2011
If the court agrees with your description of the event, you are probably ok. If you are a parent, some touching and even physical discipline is...
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State of washington forged my birth certificate and removed my native american heritage.
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Answered on June 10, 2011
It is possible that you have a cause of action for the actions of the state. You should schedule a free consultation. My office would do so.
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I was wondering if my niece whom i have been raising since 5 wks old and is now 3 would be considered a child abandonment case
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Answered on June 10, 2011
See my AVVO Legal Guides on Non-Parental Custody (& Grandparent Custody). It appears to be abandonment, since both the mom and dad have had no...
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I need an extended parenting class (more then the one I was obligated by the court to attend)
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Answered on June 10, 2011
"OnlineParentingClass.net" provides online classes for parents. I hear that family court judges in one of the largest counties in Washington State...
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