If he's over 18 you can file a petition to have him declared incompetent and an application to become his guardian. If he's under 18 you can file...

Who would have jurisdiction over child custody?

The state in which the child lived for the last six consecutive months prior to the action being filed.

If my twins father is not on their birth certificate can I change their last name without his consent in NC?

You just need to file the appropriate documents and prove that the father has abandoned the children. It's a quick hearing before the clerk. Talk...

Can we terminate the rights of the mother who has no custody? My husband and I have joint custody, and are her legal guardians.

I'm unclear as to the exact timeline, but if mom has willfully abandoned the child for at least the last six consecutive months, you can file a TPR...

How can I get parental rights taken away from my child’s biological father?

It doesn't sound like you have grounds for a TPR but you certainly have a strong case for a favorable custody order if you don't already have one...

Can I keep my daughter from her father on his time of visitation if he has been kicked out and has nowhere to go?

You can be held in contempt if you willfully violate the existing order. You need to file a motion to modify custody and possibly a motion for...

Do my child fathers still have parental rights

Yes, you can file for custody and yes, he still has rights to the child.

My daughter left her two kids with us and we have not heard from her in two months, is this abandonment?

File a complaint for custody ASAP. Once you have a custody order in place you will be able to take care of schooling and medical care for your...

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If the parents of two children want to give custody to a friend, can this be done with a contract or will it have to go to court

Yes, you need a court order. But if everyone is in agreement you won't have to have a trial. You just need to present the final agreement to the...