Legal Question in Family Law in California

Child Custody/Visitation

My son and his girlfriend had a son out of wedlock. The girlfriend applied for AFDC and my son was Summons by the DA regarding a Child Support Order. The children negotiated a do-able/workable visitation agreement wherein they both will have joint custody and the child will reside with each for 6 months at a time. My son's girlfriend and he appeared at the hearing and advised the DA of their mutual agreement. The DA continued the support hearing pending the custody order. My son does not contest his paternity of the child. We also know that a Mediator must compile the visitation order but, what are the steps that need to be taken to get to that point? Will he have to file a separate petition or will the DA's open case suffice? a check sheet would be helpful.


Asked on 3/06/01, 2:00 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Guy Herreman Fathers Rights Law Center

Re: Child Custody/Visitation

In reply to your question, yes, you will have to file a separate petition from the District Attorney and the Custody and Visitation matter. During the custody & vistion matter the judge should address Child Support.

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Answered on 5/16/01, 10:03 pm


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