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How to Get Custody of a Neglected Godchild
When a child is neglected, the child protective services agency in your state has the authority to remove the child from her family and ask the judge to find the parents unfit. The neglected child then becomes a foster child. Child protective services then places the child with a foster family. If
About Federal Laws on Child Labor
Most states in the U.S. have child labor laws, but since 1938, there have also been federal laws in place to protect children. State laws in some cases may be more or less protective than federal laws. When a child is protected under both federal and state specific laws, the law which offers the mos
What Are South Carolina Laws Regarding the Emancipation of Minors?
In 2010 South Carolina State Senator David L. Thomas requested an opinion from the Attorney General to clarify a confusing and complex issue -- "the legal age of a child." In his letter, Senator Thomas noted that local police officers sometimes tell youngsters that they may become emancipated and le
A Basic Parenting Plan Template
When parents get separated or divorced, it is wise to create a parenting plan to determine how custody and visitation work. When making a parenting plan, parents need to discuss how their child will be cared for and the certain responsibilities of each parent. Parents may be unsure of what to includ
How to Become a Foster Parent in Tampa, Florida
Close to 1,000 children in the Tampa area live in foster care, according to Hillsborough Kids, Inc. Hillsborough county, Florida, is always looking for new foster parents to help care for its many children in need of a home. Choosing to foster a child is hard work but offers the reward of making a d
Iowa Child Custody Reunification Requirements
When a child is removed from her home, the goal is to reunite her with her parents.wondering children image by Pavel Losevsky from Fotolia.comParents sometimes become unable to care for their children. If a child becomes neglected or the environment she lives in is no longer suitable, the...
Family Law Facilitator - Getting Help From Family Law Facilitators
This article provides information on what a family law facilitator (herein after referred to as "facilitator") is and can and cannot do in terms of providing you assistance with your family legal situation. Each California Superior Court should have an attorney or facilitator office (somet
Can a Creditor Garnish Spousal Support?
When a marriage ends over financial problems, no one wants the added worry of whether their spousal support is subject to a creditor's garnishment. Unfortunately, when the debt gets out of hand, that is exactly what you may have to face. The good news is that, if a garnishment is in your future, the
Filing for Child Support in Oregon
Child support is designed to help a single parent receive financial assistance from the non-custodial parent for the care and support of the child. The amount the other parent has to pay is based on income and the amount of child visitation that is granted. Once a child support order is filed, the c
Indiana Laws on Child Custody
Indiana child custody lawsfamily image by vanda from Fotolia.comIndiana family courts follow strict rules of law for child custody cases. The court's goal is to decide the best parenting situation for a child. For a more specific understanding of Indiana law, you should consult an...
What Are Child Custody Laws for the State of Louisiana?
Parent and child.parenting pleasures image by marilyn barbone from Fotolia.comLouisiana child custody laws determine which parent obtains legal custody over the children. The "custodial parent" is entitled to make decisions for the best welfare of the child. These decisions include,...
How to Dispute a Custody Evaluation
Any parent can end up in a custody hearing. Even in cases other than divorce, the state or a private individual may challenge your right to the legal or physical custody of one's children, and a court may then order a custody evaluator to determine your fitness for custody. Such evaluations, however
Licensed Daycare Provider Rules & Regulation
Comstock/Comstock/Getty ImagesMany states, including California, Texas and North Carolina have procedures for daycare providers to follow in order to get a license to provide such care. State regulation of these licensed daycare providers aims at making them accountable for providing care...
Child Labor Laws in Pennsylvania
Learn about child labor in Pennsylvania.Labor of love image by Siew Yee Lee from Fotolia.comChild labor refers to the practice of employing minors under the age of 18. Child labor laws are intended to protect the health and safety of minors and to shield them from exploitation....
Procedure for Emancipation in Georgia
Emancipation is the termination of parental rights over a minor. In Georgia, a minor is a person that is at least age 16 but is less than age 18. A minor can be emancipated by operation of the law or via a petition. Emancipation by operation of the law occurs in Georgia when the minor is married, tu
Laws on Child Custody - Gay and Lesbian Parents
There are no specific laws on child custody regarding whether or not a gays or lesbians can be awarded or denied custody, based on their sexual orientation. With that said, it is not uncommon for a judge to rule against a person who is gay, based on his/her own bias on the subject. What this means i
About Legal Separations
Legal separations are simply a time frame for spouses to establish a life independently without one another. Many changes can take place during this time such as reconciliation as well as residency issues and custody establishment. While a legal separation occurs before the divorce is final, the div
AIDS Prevention Act
The Community AIDS and Hepatitis Prevention Act is, as of August 2010, a proposed piece of legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. The act seeks to lower the cases of AIDS and hepatitis by helping to ensure the use of clean syringes.
Florida Laws About Child Custody if You're Not Married
In October 2008, Florida's legislature did away with the terms "custodial parent" and "non-custodial parent" when referring to custody. A biological parent is now simply a "parent" under the state's statutes, and Florida believes that both parents should take an active role in raising their child, w
Virginia Emergency Child Custody Laws
At times, a child's needs are best served by placing her in emergency custody with a responsible adult.way for parent with child - sign on pavement image by endostock from Fotolia.comThere are times when children must be placed in emergency custody for their safety and well being. In...