What rights do grandparents have over there grand kids ie visitation rights
and i am a single parent what will happen to my daughter if anything happens to me i have been living with foster carers since i was 14 i am now 21 i still have a reall family but do not wish to see them how can i make sure my daughter dosnt go to them i would like her to stay with my carers but as there not releated to her i dont know what would happen
2007-05-08 01:01:38 · 10 answers · asked by very proud mummy :) 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
my daughter is only 3 weeks old
2007-05-08 01:31:11 · update #1
If you were to go to a lawyer, you can draw up guardianship papers for your daughter in the event that something does happen to you. Yes, the judge can overrule it, but usually they keep it since it was the mothers wish. I had these drawn up for my kids when they were babies. The "guardians" have a copy, as do the courts, the lawyer and me. So it is well covered. Just make sure that your old fosters agree with your decision to do this. I believe the cost for this was around $50 and that was about 3-4 years ago. This is not a will, so it only covers your child. I ws not charged for a consult with the lawyer. Many firms offer free consults, you just need to ask before making an appt. They can do it same day as well because it takes no time at all.
2007-05-08 01:09:45 · answer #1 · answered by punkin_eater26 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
You could always try and speak to a Social Care Worker....see what the law is on this, and if there's anything legal you could draw up. See if u or ur carers can remember someone that is friendly and approachable at the family centre or social care office.
If you were removed from parental care then theres a chance that your parents will not be allowed access! Depends on your past possibly! Best thing is speak to people who know the legal system.
2007-05-08 07:18:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally, unless stipulated in your will, the next of kin would take guardianship of your daughter ie father, grand parents, sister, brother.
Make an appointment with your local Citizens Advice Bureau for free advice on guardianship and making a will.
Alternatively speak with a solicitor/lawyer but be aware they do charge for a consultation.
It may be worth talking with your daughter (although you don't give her age) give her the facts, reasons why and your feelings on your biological parents - this may save her rebelling in the future about your decision not to have contact with them.
Hope this helps xx
2007-05-08 01:24:13 · answer #3 · answered by Gail 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your carers are willing you all should go to a lawyer and have some paperwork drawn up, legally this is the only way you can make sure : ] good luck with your baby!
2007-05-08 02:48:24 · answer #4 · answered by ljomcginnis 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even at your age you can do a will and i would state just that! Usually the child would go to whomever you designate as their guardian if nothing is stated in writing then the child will most likely go to the next of kin. So your best bet is to do a living will and a health proxy you can get those forms online but also you need to get some sort of document stating who is to be your child's guardian in the event of your unfortunate death or you are unable to care for your child due to an illness or disability if you do not have the money for a lawyer you can do a document yourself and have a witness preferably the guardian to be and have a notary republic sign it (they have one at every bank.) I also want to commend you for thinking of these things that is very responsible and mature of you! I am impressed that at your age you care enough abotu who takes on the responsibility of your child Kudos to you my dear. Many blessings
2007-05-08 01:14:49 · answer #5 · answered by jessica s 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You will need to get a will. You can call a lawyer and have them do it for you. Just state who you want your daughter to go to if anything happens. Best of luck.
2007-05-08 01:13:22 · answer #6 · answered by D R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
seeing as you have been through so much in your lfe you seem a very responsible person, i agree with the rest, go to a lawyer, they will give you a free hour the first time you go, talk to them and see what your options are, in the end it has to be stipulated somewhere or else they will just go to the next of kin, good luck
2007-05-08 05:25:17 · answer #7 · answered by the little helper 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a lawyer and have a will made. In a will you can specify who you want to have your children, even if they arent related to you. We did this because we felt it was in the best intrests of our kids to be with a freind of ours rather than any of our relatives too. I think it cost us about a hundred bucks.
2007-05-08 01:10:26 · answer #8 · answered by thumpergirl_1979 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Do you have some one who you can ask to be your daughters Godparents .~~
2007-05-08 01:17:23 · answer #9 · answered by burning brightly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to a loyar
2007-05-08 01:16:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋