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How can I get my driver license back if I owe child support and have moved to another state? Can there be any arrangement made?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mr. James Paul Peterson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Start making payments even if the are not the full amount. File a motion to modify the child support if it is too high. Contact the attorney general about your license. Often for a small lump sum and the identity of your employer they will let you have your license back.
Start making payments even if the are not the full amount. File a motion to modify the child support if it is too high. Contact the attorney general... Read More

Can a single mom try to gain custody if unemployed but looking for a job?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
First of all, you have full custody because he doesn't care. However, since you are unemployed, you will be receiving government assistance and the state will be looking to dad to pay child support. If at some point in the future dad wants to be a dad, he will have the ability to get visitation and perhaps custody.... Read More
First of all, you have full custody because he doesn't care. However, since you are unemployed, you will be receiving government assistance and the... Read More

If my daughter wants me to take custody of the baby from the hospital she is due in April what should we do?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Have her give you a durable power of attorney for custody. Then go to court and ask to be named the guardian. Watch out for dad. He has rights to the child as well.
Have her give you a durable power of attorney for custody. Then go to court and ask to be named the guardian. Watch out for dad. He has rights to... Read More

Can I get custody of my children from my mother?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It may be too late if they have been adopted. You need to talk with a local attorney about what your options are.
It may be too late if they have been adopted. You need to talk with a local attorney about what your options are.

If he still has rights in the future, can he just try and come get him whenever he wants?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mr. James Paul Peterson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You can terminate his parental rights based on non support or some other statutory ground that may apply in your case if he does not agree to the termination. Consult an attorney.
You can terminate his parental rights based on non support or some other statutory ground that may apply in your case if he does not agree to the... Read More

What can I do on a child support reduction?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
In Arizona the only way that court ordered child support is modified is through another court order modifying the support. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area to review the orders, and potentially file a contempt action against the father for the unpaid support. Different counties, and states have different rules, so it is important that you seek local counsel.... Read More
In Arizona the only way that court ordered child support is modified is through another court order modifying the support. You should consult with... Read More

Does my son's father have any grounds to take me back to court to gain visitation rights?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Diane L. Berger (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
The children's father always has rights to attempt to go back to court to gain parenting time. I would guess you would all be back to square one with the reintroduction phase.
The children's father always has rights to attempt to go back to court to gain parenting time. I would guess you would all be back to square one... Read More

What can we do if our attorney is not doing his job?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
If you are in the State of California you can contact the State Bar with your complaints. You may also ask for a fee arbitration from the State Bar.
If you are in the State of California you can contact the State Bar with your complaints. You may also ask for a fee arbitration from the State Bar.

What legal action can I take against my ex-wife’s boyfriend to protect my children?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You need address your concerns at an emergency mediation.
You need address your concerns at an emergency mediation.

What legal action can I take against my ex-wife’s boyfriend to protect my children?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You need to go to court and ask for a temporary order keeping them away from him. Also, you need to see if he has a record of any sort, particularly related to drugs, domestic violence or sex-related crimes.
You need to go to court and ask for a temporary order keeping them away from him. Also, you need to see if he has a record of any sort, particularly... Read More

What happens if I show up without an attorney at a custody case?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
I don't know. You may win, you may lose, you may be given time to find an attorney.
I don't know. You may win, you may lose, you may be given time to find an attorney.

How long is the average wait for an emergency hearing in order to be able visit your children during the divorce process?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Usually 24 hours. First thing to happen would be custody mediation.
Usually 24 hours. First thing to happen would be custody mediation.

How would I go about modifying the current order?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mr. James Paul Peterson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Get an attorney and modify the order,otherwise your duty to pay her still exists and you will have to go to court and get credit for periods of possession. Also if you go to court now, then not only do you get to stop your obligation, but the court will also give the other parent the obligation to pay support.... Read More
Get an attorney and modify the order,otherwise your duty to pay her still exists and you will have to go to court and get credit for periods of... Read More

Will the non custodial parent be responsible for the transportation on a midweek visit?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Pick up and delivery should be addressed in the custody order. Leaving a county is no big deal as long as they bring the child back.
Pick up and delivery should be addressed in the custody order. Leaving a county is no big deal as long as they bring the child back.

Will the non custodial parent be responsible for the transportation on a midweek visit?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
It depend upon what the visitation order says. Generally the visiting parent would pick up the child and return the child all at reasonable times.
It depend upon what the visitation order says. Generally the visiting parent would pick up the child and return the child all at reasonable times.

What can I do if my three year old lives with his mom and a sex offender?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Ms. Joanna Marie Mitchell (Unclaimed Profile)   |   10 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You need to hire an attorney immediately to file an emergency change of custody motion based on the circumstances, as your child could be in genuine danger.
You need to hire an attorney immediately to file an emergency change of custody motion based on the circumstances, as your child could be in genuine... Read More

Can I get my baby back after his mom gave him up for adoption?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You need to see an attorney in the State you live in. It could be possible.
You need to see an attorney in the State you live in. It could be possible.

What are my legal rights as father?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
My initial suggestion is that you consult with one of the many experienced family law attorneys who provide low cost, and sometimes free, consultations. In Arizona there is a self service center in most county court facilities, and also online. Here is a link to the Maricopa County online page: http://www.superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/SuperiorCourt/Self-ServiceCenter/Forms/FamilyCourt/ From your question it sounds as if the "Establish Legal Decision Making. . . " may be the appropriate package of forms and instructions if you choose to not retain counsel.... Read More
My initial suggestion is that you consult with one of the many experienced family law attorneys who provide low cost, and sometimes free,... Read More

Can I legally change my child’s last name without the fathers consent because I am getting married and want us to have the same last name?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Ms. Jessica M Cotter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
No, a judge will generally not change a child's last name without notice to and/or the consent of the child's biological fat.
No, a judge will generally not change a child's last name without notice to and/or the consent of the child's biological fat.

How can I bring my nephew to live here in the US?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by James Morgan Chandler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You should contact a immigration attorney to discuss this matter.
You should contact a immigration attorney to discuss this matter.
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