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Child Custody
Georgia
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Unless your mother willingly gives up her guardianship, you will have to go to probate court to have it dissolved. You are the mother so you have... Read More
A parent is entitled to know where their child is sleeping at night. If it is not spelled out in the divorce order, then it needs to be put in.
Yes she can. I suggest you get a lawyer and file an emergency instant to keep her from leaving. You should then set up a temporary custody hearing... Read More
I would not allow visitation without a court order if you suspect he is abusing drugs or alcohol.
If you have not legitimated the child, then you will need to file an action for that along with a request for custody/visitation priviledges. ... Read More
If you were residing [or simply present] in Georgia when served, then the Court does have jurisdiction over you.
You'll need to file an action for legitimation and seek custody of the kids. Since they live in Florida, you'll have to file in the County of... Read More
If you are asking that your husband not have visitation, that has to be supported by some pretty awful facts.
As for the child support, a... Read More
You will need to file an action for Modification along with an affidavit signed by your daughter electing to live with you per the Code. Feel... Read More
Always hire an attorney when custody is in issue. Has he been held in contempt for the $11,000 he owes?
If the case is still pending, then you'll need a new Order. If not, then you will have to file a modification action.
The child's name does not determine whether she/he get's child support. What determines child support is the legal status of the father, i.e., is he... Read More
It is possible, but the courts usually do not allow a child to be "de-legitimized."
You need to find an attorney and go in with proof of all the places that you have been looking for work at.
To legitimate your child, you must petition the Superior Court. There are some free services that can help, but I suggest hiring a lawyer. 50/50... Read More
You have not presented enough facts, but generally speaking, you can petition another state to enforce a child support obligation incurred in a... Read More
You can get temporary custody without going to court if both parties consent. For your protection, you should still have an attorney write and file... Read More
The only way to modify child support, is to petition the Superior Court. Parties cannot, by themselves, modify child support.
Generally speaking, you no longer have a legal relationship with your children, so you do not have any "automatic" rights if something happens to... Read More
In Georgia, A Parenting Plan is required by law and covers all those subjects.
This a very difficult question because adoption effectively terminates the mother's rights to her child. How about the father? What is his position... Read More
Only a court can modify a custody agreement and child support. You must go back to court and petition for primary custody. You will need a lawyer,... Read More
You know as a minor I don't believe I can advise you - I'm really sorry to say that but I think I can tell you that you have a school counselor with... Read More
The first method would be to call DFACS and have them do a home investigation. Second, you can file a modification action to obtain custody.
You should contact an attorney and find out your options about filing for child custody modification. Once all relevant details have been discussed... Read More