I currently live in florida and I hav emy kids here with me for the summer. They are scheduled to go back with their mothe in MD in 8/9/09. Over this past weekend I learned that their mother is being evicted from her home as of 8/5/09 because she is behind on rent at least 4 months, which I dont understand because she still collects child support from me and she has a new baby (6mos) by her current boyfriend. I called Child Protective Services in MD but they said that eviction is not cause for removal because she has an option to moved into a city shelter. That is not an option for me and I dont feel my kids should have to move into a shelter.
I need to file papers in Md for change of custody but I really cannot afford a lawyer at this time. Does anyone know of any other options I can take legally?How do I file for change of custody in MD when I now live in Florida?If you have clear evidence of this eviction, and that they are homeless, you may be able to file an emergency order for a child in need of care in Florida, to retain the child there, temporarily. This would only extend their stay pending a full hearing, that could take place there, or in Maryland. If Florida refuses to accept the motion, you will have to file in Maryland. Consider talking to David Levy with the Children's Rights Council in Maryland. He may have an idea.
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Unfortunately, you can't tape record your conversation with her as both of your states have laws on it.
You need to move carefully in this to avoid any parental kidnapping allegations. Keep very details records of what you are doing, and who you talk to.
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\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\How do I file for change of custody in MD when I now live in Florida?file without a lawyer keep the kids god luckHow do I file for change of custody in MD when I now live in Florida?go to family court and request a court date for custody of your kids
