Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: ex husband using crack when kids are visiting

Hire a detective and get your proof.

Re: ex husband using crack when kids are visiting

Contact DCF who will investigate, probably including doing a drug test.

Re: ex husband using crack when kids are visiting

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Hearsay or suspicions are inadmissable in court. You will need some form of proof. You can contact the Department of Children and Family Services who should investigate his home and may give your ex a drug test. Drugs will generally stay in a person's system for an extended period of time. Your own attorney can file a motion with the court and ask that the husband be tested for drug use. Once you can prove the problem, you can petition the court to make you the sole custodial parent and only allow supervised visitation with a responsible person present to supervise.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.