QUESTION
Do I have to sign releases from Social Services to do a court ordered home investigation
Asked on Sep 18th, 2014 on Family Law - New York
More details to this question:
Family Court within New York State. Judge asked for both parents home to have a home investigation done by the county Dept. Of Social Services. Do I have to sign their release forns which would allow thm to do a criminal backround cehck as well as any Child Protective history? Are my 4th and 14th Amendement rights in jeopardy?
1 ANSWER
No. You don't have to sign anything. No, your rights aren't in jeopardy.
However, failing to cooperate will be a factor in a custody determination.
Answered on Sep 22nd, 2014 at 3:33 PM