Also we have never went ot court for any type of custody
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Age to decide
Is there an age which the courts can listen to a child about where they want to live or if the child wants to stay with the other parent? My daughter is always asking me to come and stay but her father now for 2 years has denied her the right to stay with me over night and i have tried for 2 years to have them come and stay with me.
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Answer 2 / 4 - Submitted 378 days ago...
The age is usually around 12 but the court has the duty to decide in the best interest of the child. Only you know your own circumstances. But untill there is a formal custody determination both parents have joint custody. If either was to take the child or keep them overnight it is their right as a parent. If it's your child and there has been no order by the court it wouldn't be kidnapping. The best thing though is to go to court and make custody and visitation arrangements. If you have the means to support the child you could ask to be the primary caretaker. U need a lawyer. If you just can't afford one look for resources in your community. You might have to wait but it sounds like you're waiting anyway.
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Submitted 378 days ago...
The age tends to be more geared to the child's ability to be articulate and less to the number, but 12 is probably the average age.
You should definitely go to court and get a formal custody arrangement. You and the child can both tell the judge what you want, as can the other parent. If you can afford one, you should have a lawyer. If not, check into Legal Aid and other free resources in your area, or simply file the papers yourself (ask the clerk of court for a "motion" form and fill it out as a motion for custody arrangement.
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Submitted 377 days ago...
In order for me to get legal aid the other party has to agree on the situation. Which he wont. Is there anything on the net to look up?
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Submitted 373 days ago...
Dear lostlove........if you're desparate to get this done first of all never under estimate the power of prayer. Seriously! But if it was me .......I would start calling local attorneys and ask if they know of any in your community that are doing pro bono cases. There are some attorneys out there that will help you. I have even heard of one that traded out getting his lawn mowed all summer in exchange for his services. I know this sounds like a long shot but if it's for sale long enough it will sell and if you look long enough you will find someone out there willing to help you. Try it....it may not be as hard as you think.
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