She would need to file a petition in court to become the minor's legal guardian. The biological parent(s) would have the right to contest the action. Both sides would be heard and a judge would make the final decision. Usually there needs to be proof of neglect or abuse before a court will remove a child from parental custody and place them with a guardian. The minor simply wanting to live with another relative is not "just cause" for that person being granted guardianship. Guardianship procedure can be complexed and expensive, legal advice and/or representation is advisable.
Of course not. It is inside a woman's body. No one apart from the mother can obtain "custody" of a fetus. Custody battles must wait until the child has been born.Of course not. It is inside a woman's body. No one apart from the mother can obtain "custody" of a fetus. Custody battles must wait until the child has been born.Of course not. It is inside a woman's body. No one apart from the mother can obtain "custody" of a fetus. Custody battles must wait until the child has been born.Of course not. It is inside a woman's body. No one apart from the mother can obtain "custody" of a fetus. Custody battles must wait until the child has been born.
You need to obtain the biological mother's consent. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in custody and adoption issues.You need to obtain the biological mother's consent. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in custody and adoption issues.You need to obtain the biological mother's consent. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in custody and adoption issues.You need to obtain the biological mother's consent. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in custody and adoption issues.
No. He cannot obtain legal custody without a modification of the custody order by the court. He would need to petition for a change in custody. The court would review the petition and render its decision. It would be easier if your mother consents to the petition.
No one apart from the mother can obtain "custody" of a fetus. Custody battles must wait until the child has been born.
This can be in the custody agreement. If you don't have one take her to court and get one.
establish custody
Yes. She should visit the local family court and file a petition for sole legal custody.
If you mean that the father hit the mother, and that is the reason she left the father, then no, that is not grounds to obtain custody. The courts usually award custody to the mother, unless she is unable to care for the child, or if she has been proven an unfit parent. Hitting a woman, especially the mother of your child, may actually go against you in a custody suit against the mother, and the mother had every right to take the child and leave if the father of her child hit her. The courts may also look at it as if the father hits the mother, then he may hit the child, too.
By petitioning the court with jurisdiction for a modification in the custody order, wait for the court hearing and then provide compelling evidence and documentation why it would be in the best interests of the child for the mother to have custody. I would strongly recommend you obtain the services of an attorney experienced in family law to assist you.
Not full custody. Temporary can be obtained pending a full hearing, but it's just that. You cannot circumvent the propriety of the system.
A single father, what does that mean? Are you divorced, ever married to the mother of your child, or is the child adopted by you, or is the mother dead or out of the picture? If your question is "How does a Father obtain residential custody after a divorce or in a paternity case", then I can answer this question. Let me know what your grounds for custody are. What is it about the mother or other parent that makes it harmful for the child to remain in their care?
NO. in court you have to make an oath to be telling the truth and nothing but the truth. to be lying could get you sent to prison