Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Lee county, Florida.
An 8 year old's father passed away unexpectedly. Child's mother is incarcerated. Child is with father's mother. What is this grandmother's obligation to tell child's mother of this death?
Asked on 8/02/12, 6:43 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Lucreita Becude
Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.
I suggest someone tell this mother ASAP. The grandmother could get temporary custody of the child while the mother is incarcerated but the final word is with the mother.
Answered on 8/02/12, 8:20 am
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
She should seek to be appointed temporary guardian.
Answered on 8/02/12, 8:23 am