Can i win custody?

The child is residing at the fathers home, that gives you the right to file for custody, anything you have his police records, ect will help your case. You have more of a right to have your son then the grandparents, I would think that the grandparent would want your child with you, considering the father is into drugs, and the grandparent is ill. You might want to talk to them and reassure them that your not out to hurt them, you love your son and you want him to be provided for, the child should not be afraid of his father. You can also call legal aide to consult with an attorney, they go by your incom, and they do family law. You can find their number in the blue pages of your phone book, under government, or go online to humanresourcesinallstates.com

First and foremost, remain calm, cool & collected...The more dignified you are in front of the judge, the more it will legitiamize your claims against your ex. Either way, the court is going to do what is best for the CHILD, not the parents so to speak. This meaning, if your ex is currently abusing your son in anyway, neglecting him (ie: turning him over to the grandmother), while HE is suppose to have custody, if your ex is using drugs or abusing alcohol in front of your son which can be PROVEN in a court of law, or if he takes your son without notifiying you of his whereabouts. These are just SOME of the stipulations that would be considered when the judge makes a decision on who is best suited to have custody of him. They will probably question your son separately and in some cases, they WILL, so the child is not subjected to the "drama" involved. As far as your living situation? You are going to be required to show the court that you are capable of providing for him, and if you are not because of monetarily reasons, they may even be able to help you....Keep in mind...laws are different in every state...My best recommedation to you would be to get a "public defender", who represent you in court, and I know in Md. they are free if you meet the criteria. You need to make sure you have EVERYTHING documented as well! I mean dates, times, every last bit of info you feel that would be pertinent in your case MUST be PROVEN! I can't stress that enough! You don't want to go into this ASSUMING bc you in your right mind feel as though your ex is wrong and expect a different outcome...The court systems are very strict & you are already in enough turmoil so reach out for help, any way shape or form you can...Get yourself back on your feet and one day you will have the ability to "pay it back"! Good luck!