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I think that an immigrant has the right to get custody of his or her child just like an American citizen.As long as they are fit and respondsible parents.

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Q: Can someone who is an illegal immigrant and has a baby with someone from the USA get child custody?
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How can you get full custody of your unborn child My baby's dad is an illegal immigrant on probation who keeps violationg it if that matters?

Go to Court.


Can an illegal immigrant be granted immediate custody of a child when the father is an illegal drug user?

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During a child support hearing can someone tell the judge that he or she is an illegal immigrant and has difficulties paying the child support?

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Can a non-US citizen go to court for custody in us courts?

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Can illegals get custody of their children who are born in the US?

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Can an illegal immigrant divorcing a US citizen claim alimony?

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My child has lived with me since birth but has his father's last name what are the chances of an illegal resident getting custody of your child?

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Can an illegal immigrant get work permit if he or she is obligated to pay child support?

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