Child custody can be a complex subject, requiring intervention in court. Usually, a judge imposes the custody and visitation arrangement through an order, a legally enforceable document. A deliberate violation of this order can be a custody interference offense with...
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Can I change a Georgia child custody order?
You survived the divorce. Congratulations! Now, you are surviving co-parenting. Congratulations! But, you may wonder whether you can modify your Georgia child custody order, if circumstances have changed, or if you are not satisfied with the current arrangement. Well,...
What is parental kidnapping?
As shocking as it may be, many parents find themselves guilty of “kidnapping” their own children. Child custody battles can become tense and heated. Instead of dealing with the situation, some choose to hide or flee with their child to punish or manipulate the other...
What factors could affect child custody decisions in court?
Child custody is an essential part of divorce proceedings. It is also a common topic that leads to disputes, especially when the divorcing couple has conflicting opinions about their child's welfare. Fortunately, the court could help decide according to the child's...
How does having a special needs child impact a custody battle?
Emotions run high for every child custody dispute. Stakes are even higher if a child with special needs is involved in the middle of two conflicting parental forces. Almost all states, including Georgia, carry out the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement...
When do courts grant child custody to grandparents?
Child custody is a sensitive topic for families. While parents may think that they are certain of what is best for their children, it is for the courts to decide the best arrangement for the child. And sometimes, the courts deem it best to place children with their...
Is it time to modify your child’s parenting plan?
When you and your child’s other parent first crafted a parenting plan, your child may have been years younger than they are now. As your family’s circumstances evolved and your child grew, their needs have likely changed. As a result, the current structure and terms...
Why a parent can’t be denied access for not paying child support
It can be extremely frustrating to have a co-parent who is routinely late with their child support payments or almost never seems to come up with the full amount but uses every moment of their designated custody or visitation time. Often, parents in that situation...
Are you ready for your custody hearing?
One of the more contentious aspects of family law is child custody. As a parent, the happiness of your child is what matters most. Generally, this will also be the priority of the court and it is probably the case for your ex too. The problem is that you may not all...
Can social media impact my child custody case?
Are you an active Facebook, Twitter or Instagram user? Do you love sharing your life stories (success and setbacks) with your social media friends and followers? If so, you are not alone. However, if you are in the middle of a contested child custody case, then you...