How does a court decide on temporary custody?

The court will determine temporary custody based on the best interests of the child. Agreements may start as temporary but may become permanent by a court of law.

Can you sign temporary custody without an attorney?

I would not recommend signing ANYTHING without speaking without at least consulting with an attorney. Furthermore, it doesn’t appear that CPS actually removed the child from you, and that their investigation is pending.

Can a grandparent get temporary custody of a child?

To some, it may appear that the most straightforward way to give grandparents temporary custody of a child is to simply have the child start living with them. However, if you choose to do this, understand that this gives you, the grandparents and your child no protections under the law.

How to get temporary guardianship of a child?

While laws are different in each state, a temporary guardianship can often be done simply by filling in an online form and presenting it to the court. To some, it may appear that the most straightforward way to give grandparents temporary custody of a child is to simply have the child start living with them.

When do you sign a child custody agreement?

Take the agreement to a notary after you’ve drafted it. Your signature and that of the person you’re giving custody to should be witnessed before you submit it to the court for the judge’s approval. The type of court procedure depends on whether you have an existing custody order.

Can a person ask for custody without a court order?

Usually this is called “guardianship,” where someone who is not the parent asks for custody of the children because the parents cannot care for them. Click for more information on guardianship. In most cases, parents can make their own agreements for custody and visitation, without a court order.

What happens if you can’t agree on a custody agreement?

After the judge signs your agreement, file it with the court clerk. Click for more information on writing up a custody and visitation agreement or parenting plan. If you cannot agree, the judge will send you to mediation and a mediator from Family Court Services or another court-related program will help you.

When do parents need to sign a temporary guardianship agreement?

The parents will sign and notarize a temporary guardianship agreement. Only one parent’s signature is needed if the other parent is deceased, unknown, has no legal rights, or has had their parental rights terminated; AND If the child is 14 or older, the child will sign the agreement. If all of the above apply,…