How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical custody. Usually, both parents are …
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What if My Child Doesn't Want to Visit with His or Her Other Parent?
It’s time for your nine-year-old child’s weekend visit with your ex, and, as usual, she’s dragging her feet. “I don’t want to go!“ she whines as you attempt to pack her overnight bag and push her toward the waiting car. “Why do I have to go?” she cries, tears welling up in her big blue eyes. Then there’s your …
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Mom, Dad, Steve and Amy: How much visitation can little Johnny take?
A divorce is always contentious when a couple has to split property they acquired together. It becomes even more contentious when children are involved. When children are involved in a divorce and the parents cannot come to a decision, the court must decide what is in the best interests of the child. The courts decision about what is best comes in a custody and visitation …
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Ex Parte Order of Protective Custody
This child custody form is issued by the court with its findings on whether the child(ren) are in need of protective custody.
Petition
This child custody form is used to petition the court to take the child(ren) into protective custody.