QUESTION
What are my options to get the full custody of my children?
Asked on Jan 25th, 2014 on Child Custody - Illinois
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Back in March of 2013 I split with my children's mother. I moved to Illinois and started working. Went and met her in West Memphis Arkansas in June 2013. I have had them in my custody ever since. My oldest has been in School since August. She recently had a petition for divorce sent to me, but we were never married. I want full custody.
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Answered on Jan 29th, 2014 at 1:52 AM
If the woman does not live in this state, she can not seek their custody at this time. Illinois is the home state of the children under the UCJEA. You should immediately file an action for custody in this state, get her served and do not default in the case she filed. The court where she filed has to be advised of the fact that the kids are with you and have been with you for over 6 months. As to whether you are married, she has stated a date for the marriage in her petition. Call the county where she claims you were married and see if there was a license.
Answered on Jan 29th, 2014 at 1:51 AM