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You have to hire an attorney in that community and then listen to their advice. There are too many variables in your situation to try to answer any... Read Answer
1. Can they make me take a drug test just because she said that or do they need hard proof? I am sure your lawyer already told you this when you... Read Answer
You should ask an attorney to give you the best advice on how to see your children. If the attorney believes that a jurisdictional fight is... Read Answer
Father can ask, but it is up to the judge if the father files a motion to object to the move. Very unlikely the judge would sustain his objection... Read Answer
There is no "signing rights over" in Indiana unless the child is being adopted by a new father. You are not going to get his parenting time suspended... Read Answer
There is a specific notice that you have to complete and file. You need to see an attorney who can help you prepare that. Once the notice is filed,... Read Answer
It depends on seveal things, but probably, yes, she can.
You are still entitled to a DNA test.
Generally, no. There are exceptions.
File for Guardianship of the child - and either it can then be obtained by consent of parent(s) or court determination.
Yes, you can lose custody. You need to talk to a family law about this; too many ramifications and possibilities to give you a complete answer in... Read Answer
You are in good shape to get this without the father's consent. Tell all this to the attorney you hire for an adoption and there should be no real... Read Answer
Yes, you may object. The court will send your attorney notice of any decision, or you personally if you do not have an attorney.
1. Get married 2. Wait a year to make sure that things are stable in your marriage. 3. See an adoption attorney in your... Read Answer
Yes, you can be ordered to contribute to college expenses. Assuming by "obligated amount" you mean child support. The child support will go down for... Read Answer
You can ask for child support from the date you file for it, not before. Hurry up and do it; your child deserves it.
You can file a action for paternity and child support in the State where the child was conceived. You can also go to your local child support... Read Answer
1. Go get him. 2. If he won't come with you, contact the juvenile authorities and report him as a runaway. 3. Talk to a counselor about... Read Answer
Hire an attorney who can help you do this (assuming you are over 18). There is no way for guardianship to be modified or created temporarily without... Read Answer
Motion to compel.
These factors are only important if they are causing the child to go without life's necessities. Talk to your attorney about all the factors involved... Read Answer
An 18 year old can go anywhere they want, regardless of their parents' marital status. An 18 year old is an adult.
If it is urgent, please have your friend seek the advice of an attorney through direct conversation. That will make sure she gets the best, most... Read Answer
Yes, until his daughter is 19 under these facts.