The mother has no home and has left my son with her mother who has been in trouble with drugs. I have joint conservatorship, am I entitled by law to go remove my son and have him live with me?
2006-09-19 09:28:14 · 12 answers · asked by blue eyes 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
i would go with a lawyer because if the granmother has had poblems with drug and the police comes in or something child services can be a pain and maibe tri to keep him a way from u and the mom and tri to get costedi for ur self make her pay child suport not u
2006-09-19 09:47:01 · answer #1 · answered by me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a parent is not fit, the other parent does have right for full custody. YOU HAVE TO DO IT THROUGH the legal system though or you will not succeed! If the child is in danger, file an emergency petition with the court. Even if you just think he is in danger, you can do this. Go to the law library in your county or the local Family Court and ask them for the papers. You DO NOT need an attorney, but if she puts up a battle, then you should. Once a petition is filed, you will have time to explain to the courts your side. If she has custody and gives the child to the grandmother, this is not right because the grandmother or anyone does not have custody. DO NOT HESITATE to take action if the child is in danger or possible danger, the court house will help you, so contact them right away.
2006-09-19 09:35:43 · answer #2 · answered by mothercow81 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You do.
You have the right to make sure that your son is in a safe environment. Until the mom becomes stable, you have a legal right by having joint custody to get him and make sure that he's cared for properly.
Handle the situation carefully. Explain to the g-ma that you want him to stay with you for a while. If she consents, then take him... if not, then let your lawyer know that she has said no and inform them of the situation. They'll advise you on the most legal way to handle it and be able to keep your boy.
2006-09-19 09:32:21 · answer #3 · answered by MWD 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have every right... and you should... file for custody of your son. You have the ability to prove that your child is not in an appropriate situation and any judge should grant you custody if you can sufficiantly prove your case. Get a lawyer to help you with the paper work and legalities.
2006-09-19 09:31:23 · answer #4 · answered by tbayxxxv 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can only have your child based on what the current custody papers say. Otherwise, during the time the mother has him, she is allowed to leave him with another caretaker. You'll need to change the custody papers, I'm sorry to say. You have a battle ahead of you. Good luck.
2006-09-19 09:31:47 · answer #5 · answered by Just Ducky 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"joint custody" means just that..you have rights all well as she. do you guys have a parenting plan? no matter what, all decisions should be designed to benefit your son
2006-09-19 09:40:29 · answer #6 · answered by Say It Again M'am 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you could get custody as long as you probably did not do no longer some thing to damage the youngster. i will't even imagine leaving my daughter with my mom merely to be with some guy. You paying new child help to the mum does no longer sound proper if some thing it may be the grandmother because the mum does no longer even stay with the youngster. i ought to easily get your position waiting and make confident you've written evidence that your son has no longer been interior the care of his mom.
2016-11-28 02:25:33 · answer #7 · answered by cassone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I think so....But, do call your lawyer first...Take your court papers with ya and call the police to meet ya there....Good luck to you & your son...Thanks
2006-09-19 09:32:42 · answer #8 · answered by pitterpatter47 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not necessarily, consult with an attorney. and while you're there, talk to him/her about getting full custody
2006-09-19 09:29:51 · answer #9 · answered by rachael 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont know but I wish you luck in getting your son!
2006-09-19 09:31:05 · answer #10 · answered by okiedokey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋