Legal Question in Family Law in California
A Father's rights
My son's mothre refuses to be fair in allowing me to be a part o my son's life. she gives me limited custody and uses him as a way to control me. she makes constant threats to not let me see my boy if i don't comply with her childish and unreasonable ultimatems. i have put in the proper paperwork to try and be civilized and set up a court ordered agreement for child custody,support, and parentall rights for myself. she refused to show up for the mediation court date, and i have rescheduled the hearing for jan 23rd 2009. she makes it really hard to be able to have my son and tells me that until the court date, it's her way or nothing and harrasses me whenever i do have my son with me by calling and texting me throughout the period of days or hours my son is with me. she is causing a strain in my relationship with my fiancee and my health is being affected due to the stress and drama. what can i do to make it stop. how do i stop the harrasment and what rights do i have now while i am waiting for the second court date. i need to know how far she can go with her threats and her ultimatems wnd how i can defend myself?? please help!!
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: A Father's rights
I you are represented by an attorney discuss this with the attorney. If you are not represented by an attorney you should retain an attorney. Keep the text messages and have them printed. This constant harassment when the child is with you could be grounds for a change of custody.
Re: A Father's rights
You should follow the court orders in the interim while you wait for the second court date. It's never a good idea to violate court orders. You can make notes of her threats and attempts to alienate you from your child. If you need help please consult the family law facilitator in your local court.
Please contact a local attorney in your area prior to taking legal action.
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