What rights can he get?

Your state evaluates parental rights using the best interest of the child standard. You will need to present evidence regarding the mental or...

How severe can the charges be if my 17 year-old friend injured another high school student by table-topping him?

Yes. His actions can be prosecuted by the state as a criminal matter. He needs a lawyer.

My spouse wouldnt sign a consent on taking a child out of the country and we really have to go. What can I do?

U.S. law requires the signatures of both parents. There are 2 exceptions: 1. For exigent circumstances, such as those involving the health or...

Just recently found out that I am the father of a child. I will pay child support but want to relinquish my parental rights.

In South Carolina you may surrender your parental rights. However, a desire to do this does not automatically terminate your obligation of support.

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Can my soon to be ex husband go after step parent visitation if I don't want him to see my kids??

In Missouri, only grandparents are statutorily provided the right to petition the court for visitation rights.

Can I get a restraint order on my exwife's husband?

This does not qualify for a restraining order. It does not meet the description of a Domestic Violence Order or a Stalking Order.

Will I have to give visitation after my daughter's father broke probation for the third time?

If you have an existing court order for visitation, you need to see a lawyer for modification of that order. The best interest of the child is...

Am I entitled to back child support?

There is usually no right to back pay where you have not filed previously.

I am a 16 year old female and I am dating a 25 year old male, but we dont participate in any sexual activities. Is this legal?

Your question seems to be geared around statutory rape. In Utah, statutory rape is called Unlawful Sexual Activity with a Minor, Sexual Abuse of a...

Can alimony be granted after a divorce is finalized?

The issue of alimony is usually addressed and finalized in the divorce order. You are no longer married. Therefore, it is not likely that a court...