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To get full custody of your nephew , you must have very , very good reasons to take him from his rightful parents. You must prove beyound doubt that both his biological parents are not fit to look after him, and both are not fit to look after him, which is going to be hard.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoThat depends on the situation:
If his parents died then legally you have to either be the god-parents or you have to go to court and explain why you are the best option for the child.
On the other hand if it's that you and your husband are divorcing then you can't because your husband's nephew isn't his kid so he's not part of the equation there.
In general the way to obtain custody of a child who is in need of a custodian is to talk to a lawyer and follow his advice.
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In Colorado can a parent take children from a home?
This depends on the circumstances and the home where the children reside. If they are in foster care, than no. If the other parent has custody, than no. If the other parent if a single mother, and custody has not been established, than no.
Can I get custody of my nephew he was taken from his mother at the hospital. now in foster care when i have a charge on my background check of my kids missing school?
I would advise you to go to your local family lawyer and ask about the states laws on adopting a relative who is in foster care. I think it would all depend on the state and if you're able to care for this child.
How do you give up custody of a child. Our nephew is in our custody and we can no longer care for him. there are no other family members?
If there are no other family members, and you are no longer able to care for this nephew, the only remaining alternative is for him to become a ward of the state. Contact the child welfare agency in your state.
Can file for custody of my niece who was in Foster care over 1 year?
Yes, but difficult.
Can you get out from foster care if you want?
Not if you are under 18. Just like your parents had custody of you the state now have custody of you. So when you needed parental consent you now need the state's consent for moving before 18 for instance.
Does the father have to pay child support when the child is in foster care?
yes, it the judge orders it.. foster care does not exempt you.
Can you obtain custody of your niece who has been put in foster care?
If the courts determine that you are the most suitable custodian available, you may be given custody of your niece. It is up to the court.
You were in foster care and had a child while in there can you take him out when you leave foster care at 18?
In the state of Tennessee if you have a child while you are in foster care you have to complete a permancy plan before you can take your child with you. If you can provide proof that you can maintain a stable and safe home envionment for you and your child, the state will give custody back to you.
What has the author Nickie McFadden written?
Nickie McFadden has written: 'Judgments in family court' -- subject(s): Case studies, Custody of children, Foster children, Trials (Custody of children), Foster home care, Legal status, laws
What will they do if a 16 year old leaves home?
They will take the minor into custody and return them to the parents. If they feel there is a problem, they will put them in foster care.
What is the law in Georgia regarding the courts appoints the father as custody of the children and he dies who gets custody of the children?
The other parent unless they lost custody because they were unfit. Then a relative can get it if they are interested or the child ends up in foster care.
What happens if mother has full custody and has to take a hair follicle test and comes up positive?
If she is taking her children's Adderall, she can lose custody. If the fatehr is not capable of talking the kids, they can be placed in foster care.
