I have a seven year old daughter and her father is in prison has been there for three years in and out of jail before that. He has never helped me with her I took him to court several times he never paid. He got into the wrong crowd. He sold drugs for a living and he has three other children and probably more that I don't know about. I was abused in every single way by this man. I would love to terminate his rights and change her last name. I don't know how to go about this, I have contacted some local lawyers here in texas but i was told that until he gets out of prison there is nothing I can do. He threatens to take her from me when he gets out What can I do? Please any legal advice would be great.
2006-12-01 02:34:14 · 6 answers · asked by pooh bear 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
That is not true, that there is nothing that can be done with him in prison. Try to find some big-time lawyers with larger agencies. Even though he is in prison, he is still capable of signing papers. (I know this is so, as my cousin's mother gave up custody to her now-adoptive parents while in prison.)
However, be sure to move out of state (or at least as far away as possible) after you do this. He sounds dangerous.
Good luck!
2006-12-01 02:37:45 · answer #1 · answered by Esma 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Id start with legal aid.
See if theres something or someone there that can either help or point you in the right direction.
Also, id call every divorce lawyer in the phone book asking them where to go, even if its setting up a free consulotation if they have it.
But do it face to face, as over the telephone its very impersonal, but when you have a desperate person staring you in the face asking for help, more than likely youll get some info -- or pointed in the right direction
If you ever reported any abuse that would be extra helpful.
Thats best i could offer
2006-12-01 10:44:07 · answer #2 · answered by writersbIock2006 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Document everything. Every threat, every statement, keep every letter if he sends them. Even if you can't take him to court, you can begin building your case against him.
Also, if he is threatening you in any way, bring it to the attention of the police. You might be able to bring a restraining order against him on release.
Keep looking for a lawyer that will listen. They should, at the very least be able to prep the case for immediate filing on his release. And, make sure to watch for his release date. You don't want him getting out without warning.
Good Luck!
2006-12-01 10:44:20 · answer #3 · answered by bionicbookworm 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That doesn't sound right to me, just because he is in jail shouldn't matter. Call around until you find someone willing to help you.
You work and provide for her, correct? So I think his threats to get her are pretty shallow. I can't imagine any judge giving him custody. His track record speaks for itself. Be sure to stay away from him when he gets out too. If possible move away before he gets out then he can't find you.
Good Luck!!
2006-12-01 10:50:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As her parent he would have to consent to a name change. Nothing you can do will terminate his parental rights. Only the state or an adoption can do so.
2006-12-01 10:45:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah. if you don't move, get yourself some protection. (if you don't have any already, you live in texas) learn how to be responsible with it, but i would. what an *sshole.
2006-12-01 10:43:42 · answer #6 · answered by practicalwizard 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋