QUESTION
My grandson is only a month old his mother passed away. Will my son get custody in California State?
Asked on Jul 04th, 2019 on Child Custody - New Jersey
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My grandsons mother ran to California because she was pregnant and scared of having the baby in jail. She had violated NJ state drug court. She had the baby in California, a month after having the baby she passed away. My son went with her down there so hes there now. He isnt on drugs and have no priors in California but he lives with her brother. Her mother iscon drugs and her other family members live in other states. Can my son get custody of the child and return to NJ. I will help with anything he will need in the journey of. Fatherhood. Even if that means getting custody myself.
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Family and Matrimonial Law Attorney serving Parsippany, NJ
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Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC
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Thank you for your question. I am so sorry to hear you are going through such a difficult time. The short answer is that you would need to consult with an attorney in California to discuss your rights and options. Hope this helps!
Answered on Jul 05th, 2019 at 7:01 AM
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