Legal Question in Family Law in California

I have two children that visit their father 25% of the time. My oldest son will be 14 in October and is wanting to stop visitation. He told his father he wants to take a break but his father said, that is not possible and the courts won't listen to a child. I don't think we could get a hearing anytime soon to address this issue. My son is refusing to go for his next visitation time which includes vacation days totaling 10 days. I'm not sure how to handle the situation. My ex-husband is quick to call the police and I'm sure that will happen if my child refuses to go for the extended time. Do I leave him at home with a sitter so as not to expose him to police action or do I bring him and force him to go? Does he have a chance of being heard and not be forced to go? Do situations like these always go before the courts for decision or is it possible to release him from visitation without court intervention?

Thank you.


Asked on 7/14/14, 11:39 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Arlene Kock Law Offices of Arlene D. Kock APLC

Your best remedy in light of the circumstances would be to file a request for order with the court with a emergency declaration asking to have this matter set as soon as possible. Please meet with an experienced family law attorney to explore your legal options.

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Answered on 7/14/14, 3:16 pm


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