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Unfortunately it is up to judicial discretion. In a case where someone is homeless, "supervised visitation" can take place, but is typically at at courthouse, police station, or other unhealthy atmospheres for children, and only for an hour or two...and the NCP has to pay for it! If you are homeless, I imagine you can't afford the visitation fees. The family court system does not offer much for services for NCPs. This is an underserved population. Typically in a divorce or separation, one parent will falsely claim abuse and obtain a restraining order to gain the upper hand in divorce and custody battles and get to keep the house, kids, car, etc. This is why many NCPs are homeless. Even when someone has assets to pay for housing, they will be frozen pending the outcome of the divorce. I hope this answers your question and then some.

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A non-custodial parent who can provide a suitable home may request (or sue for) a change of custody. Both parents' present situations and future outlooks will be considered.

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What happens if the custodial parent does not follow the court order for visitation in Nebraska?

He/she can lose custody all together. The non-custodial parent needs to file a motion for contempt of a court order. If the custodial parent continues to violate the order they could eventually lose custody.


Can being a disabled custodial parent cause me to lose custody?

Depends on the disability and your ability to care for the child.


What if the custodial parent does not allow the child to see the non-custodial parent even though the court said she can - does the non-custodial parents still have to pay support?

Child support and visitation rights are two entirely different issues. The terms of visitation should have been determined before divorce proceedings and finalized when the divorce decree was awarded. The court generally prefers the parents reach an amicable agreement for reasonable visitation by the non-custodial parent. If specified days/times have been ordered by the court the custodial parent must allow visitation or risk being in contempt of a court order.


If both parents have 5050 custody of children what happens if one parent becomes incarcerated does that parent lose their custody?

That's up to a judge, but why would it matter?


Can your sons father keep him from you if you have never been to court to determine custody?

No. Not unless there is a court order to that effect. The custody order should include a visitation schedule for the non-custodial parent unless she has been deemed unfit and for some reasons the court denied visitation. She should return to that court and take the appropriate action by requesting a visitation schedule is there is none. A custodial parent who withholds visits without the authority to do so can lose custody of the child.

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What happens if the custodial parent does not follow the court order for visitation in Nebraska?

He/she can lose custody all together. The non-custodial parent needs to file a motion for contempt of a court order. If the custodial parent continues to violate the order they could eventually lose custody.


Can being a disabled custodial parent cause me to lose custody?

Depends on the disability and your ability to care for the child.


When the non custodial parent moves x miles away from the child do they lose parental rights?

Not at all! The custody agreement should stipulate how far away each parent can move from the other. Even if the non-custodial parent moved far away, they may still get time with the child. The worst that would happen is the custodial parent would be awarded full custody and the non-custodial parent would get visits.


Can a 12 year old child choose not to visit their non-custodial parent in the state of New Jersey?

No they may not. The custodial parent has the responsibility to ensure their minor child abides by the terms of the visitation order until the child reaches the age of majority in Oklahoma, which is 18. Otherwise, the custodial parent could be found in contempt of court and fined/jailed based on the same. However the child is always free to make their wishes known to the judge, either in court when custody is being decided, by requesting a meeting with the judge, writing a letter to the judge expressing their wishes, or engaging an attorney or guardian ad litem to speak for them. The judge will take into consideration the wishes of the child, and generally, the older the child, the more weight is given to those wishes. Ultimately, however, the judge will rule depending on what he or she feels would be in the best interests of the child.


What happens if custodial parent leaves when court has denied the move?

Then the custodial parent can be charged with kidnapping and she/he can lose custody. You should notify the court immediately and request an injunction if you think the custodial parent is planning to defy the court order. The court will advise you of any further action you need to take. You should also be advised that there is a Uniform Child Custody Act in the United States. Every state recognizes, and will enforce, custody orders from other states.


What if you never signed any paperwork in your child custody case?

If a parent does not appear at the custodial hearing he or she will usually lose the right to contest any custodial ruling made by the court, and it is irrelevant whether or not the absentee parent signs any documents. This does not mean that said parent does not have the right to file a suit to have the custodial order amended.


If custodial parent doesnt want child support does non custodial parent lose parental rights?

no


Can you go to jail for moving your kids to another state if you have joint custody?

Not without permission from the court with agreement from the joint custodial parent.


Can a non custodial parent lose visitation after abusing the child?

Yes. The custodial parent must report the abuse to the proper authorities.


Can a parent let the children decide not to follow a court ordered custody agreement?

No, it's the custodial parent's responsibility to see to that the court order is followed. If the visitation order is not followed the custodial parent will be in contempt of a court order and could eventually lose custody. It would be better to discuss the reasons why the children are uncomfortable about visiting and the try to address their complaints. The parents should try to get along and not alienate the children in any way.


What if the custodial parent does not allow the child to see the non-custodial parent even though the court said she can - does the non-custodial parents still have to pay support?

Child support and visitation rights are two entirely different issues. The terms of visitation should have been determined before divorce proceedings and finalized when the divorce decree was awarded. The court generally prefers the parents reach an amicable agreement for reasonable visitation by the non-custodial parent. If specified days/times have been ordered by the court the custodial parent must allow visitation or risk being in contempt of a court order.


Can a mother who has affairs granted custody of a child?

Absolutely. In the circumstances of divorce custody, while it may be apportioned selectively between parents, is not "removed" from either parent unless extreme circumstances are present where the "custodial parent," in question presents a risk to the wellbeing of the children. In other words, as either father or mother, you've got to be doing some very bad stuff to lose all custody of your children. While the "system," is obviously biased against the father in terms of custodial time and decisions, the removal of all custodial rights from a parent requires quite extreme circumstances.