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If you and the mother of the child were never married, you need to file a Petition to Establish Paternity, Parenting Plan, and Child Support, and... Read Answer
If not married to him and no court orders then you can do what you want. Use of a lawyer is recommended.
Well, she needs to have her mother's permission to move to your mother's house.
It would be best for your father or mother to hire an attorney to prepare the necessary documents. No, the way you worded your question will not... Read Answer
You have no case.
No, you will not lose your baby boy. Get an attorney on your side.
You have no legal standing to file a case. Keep calling DCF.
Moving in with a non relative out of state is up to your parents. You probably cannot get emancipated with no way to support yourself.
She has not lived in FL for 6 months so she can move.
If he is not on the birth certificate and not married to you then presently he has no parental rights.
Hire an attorney to bring a motion for contempt and set a hearing.
You need to hire a family attorney for this matter. That is the best thing you can do when all else fails.
If the Mother is not exercising timesharing, and the other parent is the one who is primary taking care of the child, than that parent should... Read Answer
You have to deal with the sheriff, if you just pay the purge it does not clear up the warrant. Use of a lawyer is recommended.
Well, since there is a warrant for your arrest, the writ of bodily attachment, you probably would need to turn yourself in and then pay the purge to... Read Answer
Use of a lawyer is recommended.
The boyfriend needs an attorney.
If you have your child in Florida, and can prove you cannot afford a lawyer, go to your local legal aid office for help.
Parties have to be living apart for support to kick in.
DCF is not your friend.
No. Use of a lawyer is recommended.
When she is 18. There is no set age for this, it depends upon the maturity of the child. It is only one of many factors that the court uses, and it... Read Answer
Kids choice by itself is not enough. If you want the child to testify you need court approval.
If he is not on the birth certificate and he is not married to you then he has no parental rights. Use of a lawyer is recommended.
When you are 18 you can do what you want.