Is the court or lawyers obligated to report a possible unrelated crime during a child support modification hearing?

If it is a possible crime the parties are not obligated to report it. They may not have all the information needed to make that determination. If...

There are other factors that may be considered. How serious are the current charges? What are the ages of the person involved? Who is the Judge?

I agree with counsel. The charge carries up to a 10 year penalty. An attorney can assist you with navigation.

Can I secretly record the other party as a part of a custody hearing?

I agree with counsel. You can no secretly record someone in the state of Maryland.

If the non custodial parent is court ordered not to have the child "in contact or around dogs" will the courts take away visits?

You would provide that information to the judge, let the judge know what you want to occur and then it's up to the judge. I would say that anything...

Is it ok to leave rotting flowers and food on your desk because its personal property and shouldnt be touched by cleaning staff?

I agree with counsel. This is not a matter that would rise to the level of legal action, unless the flowerpot had a high value... which is unlikely.

I am my son's primary care taker and his father recently moved to DC and filed for joint custody, can I file for sole custody ?

You can file for sole custody. However, if both parents have been actively involved with the minor child's life the court would probably take steps...

Can I file a contempt of court for a house deed?

You can file for contempt. You may want to send a letter first asking that he comply with the order.

How can I get the state of MD to release child support payments that are being withheld?

How much time has passed since your last inquiry? Does the letter state any additional things that must be done before they release the funds? Are...

How can I get my parental rights reinstated? I was put in a situation cornered into voluntarily giving up my parental rights .

I agree with counsel. Additionally, you need to contact the social worker assigned to your case and see what their expects of you and follow their...