what are the laws in fl.and GA.on children born out of wedlock?Does mother have sole custody?
365781
Call your local us marshal services and FBI that is a felony crossing state lines.Witch is some thing the police and state officials wont handle....That is more of an FBI or US Marshalls jurisdiction and they are probably more willing to help.....You can also try www.coporateprobono.org it hes refs for free legal help .... I used to live in FL and the laywers I have noticed are scarred of the judges get you a lawyer from out of state who is not affraid of the judges there
984045
Usually, the child can "choose" which parent they wish to reside with when they are over 12 or 13.\n\nHire an attorney -ask him if he can do an emergency ex parte motion for your husband to have full custody and/or remove her from her mother's home, or guardian ad litem; and a temporary restraining order.  Remedies should exist via the family court system.   \n\nYou may want to contact her doctor and tell him what is going on.  He perhaps has pull with CPS to quickly remove her from this environment.
165479
In Alabama and Florida the law says a child cannot stay alone until the age of 12.  A child cannot be alone with a younger child until the age of 14.  I would assume Georgia law is very similar.
342701
Three to five years (depending on the state) of no contact with or support for the child. Do an internet search on the Florida laws for child abandonment and you should find plenty of info on that kind of thing. Good Luck:)
1153820
I don't know where you live but in GA they will go after any father who doesn't pay.  It is called ABANDONMENT and is illegal.  Look in the phone book under the county that you live and see if there is a number for the main county switchboard and ask them who you should be talking to.  As last resort, you could call an attorney and press charges for non payment of child support and abandonment.  Or hell, go file a small claims case against him.  At least you could get something from them.  Also, it would go on his credit and it would be judgment against him throught the court, so if he didn't pay, then a bench warrant would be issued.  I am a child of a father that didn't pay and spend any time with me, so I know how that feels but don't put up posters or fliers, because you child will see that and its not fair to the child.  Be the good parent.
801849
It's not possible to set out the law in every state. If you visit your county law library, the librarian can help you look in ALR (American Law Reports, Annotated) for any analysis of this subject, state by state.\n\nHere's a general discussion of the rights and powers of an emancipated minor, in those states that recognize such status: http://www.jlc.org/index.php/factsheets/emancipationus\nIn many or most states, a minor who is married gains substantial right of autonomy automatically.\n\nThe more interesting question is whether a contract by an emancipated minor valid in one state is valid in another. I would say that the modern view is "yes". But you can't be sure without doing research, and that takes time.
45916
I can understand how one tragedy can lead to another. She may be ready to be a responsible parent but, the children may have already suffered irreversible harm especially the son who was beaten brutally. The state and the courts have a responsibliity to protect those children even when a parent is unable to. The courts and social services try to do everything they can to keep the family intact whenever possible. I don't know if there is anything she can do at this point. If she is not currently seeing her children, she can apply for visitation and the courts will decide the outcome. If they refuse visitation that will pretty much tell her that she has no chance to get them back.
1028347
You need to call lawyer { ref }  if you cannot afford a lawyer and get one Pro-Boneo the laws change from state to state that's what makes each different it a state macho thing one out doing the other or trying.\n\nWhere I live grandparents have rights but you have to hire a lawyer go to court and fights for your rights to see your grandchild.\n\nThan the judge give visit for you as a grandparents and the child needs a grandmother this is a great move to share your love with her and be in her memory's.
1049914
It depends, first, on what the judge's order says, if anything, about it. Then it depends on state law, and you don't say what state.\n\nIn general, if the mother has to move out of state to get or keep a job or to be near persons she needs for support, she would be granted permission, but she should ask for it.\n\nArrangements for continued visitations would be a crucial part of any proceeding.
312369
Pennsylvania allows PFA petitions for same-sex couples.  Your mother's ex-partner can ask for your mother to be evicted from property they jointly own.  This will be decided by a judge.\n\nThe only way to fight this is in court.  Your mother must obtain proof that denies the charges, including witnesses and any documentation to show that none of it happened.  Of course her ex will try to prove the opposite.\n\nYour mother should get a lawyer.  If she cannot afford one then she should be prepared with whatever proof she can get together to present to the judge.  The best she can hope for is an amicable settlement of some kind, and she should prepare for the likelihood that she might have to sell the house if she can't cover the mortgage on her own.
993764
First, if he is paying child support, he has not abandoned the child. \n\nIn Georgia, legal custody is primarily the ability to make decisions about the child's upbringing (i.e. education, religion, etc.). It does not relate to visitation.\n\nYou can have the custody changed for you to have full legal and physical custody based on the changed circumstances of his lack of involvement, but it will be a waste of time unless the father has opinions about the child's upbringing that you are extremely opposed to.
128557
Talk to a lawyer.  You may have a case for child abandonment.  It happened with me.\n\nMy ex-wife left with the guy across the street.  I moved with our daughter (told my wife that we were), she didn't do squat.  Only called for a month or so, then just quit calling.\n\nAfter a year or so, I contacted an atty, and he filed the abandonment paperwork and 3 months later - she has no rights whatsoever.\n\nAfter 13 years, I still haven't heard a word from her.\n\nIt is especially sad that a woman would abandon a child.  she gave birth to it, cared for it and then decided that it was to much for her to deal with.
142542
Most courts will grant mother with custody -- unless there's abuse, drugs, etc. involved.\n\nYou'd probably have to contact your local Family Court for more info.
1184693
unfortunately, even if you had sole custody of your daughter, you may not be able to leave the state without a court order specifically stating that you have permission to do so...\n\nsad but true
1171768
you have to prove that she is an unstable mother. but even if you dont get custody you still have the right to visit your son as much as you want to, no matter how far he is from you. And if she doesnt let you visit your son then report the bitch, if your son is old enough to make his decision then go back to court and the judge can hear both the woman side your side and your son decision  But Good luck to you and your son!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1014883
I live in Columbus, OH.  I would think if the father can prove that the mother is not doing a good job, the courts will grant full custody to the father.  The burden of proof rests with the father, though.  Good Luck!
195629
It does not matter if the two of you were never married, if the kiddos are his then he will have rights. You need to file the appropriate paperwork and if the two of you are not able to agree on the kids, it will most likely go to mediation. This does not mean that you wont be able to move but he would be able to have the kids a few weeks out of the year or something like that. Try calling legal aid where you live and they will be able to help you out.  Good luck