Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Question about temporary custody

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Courts generally encourage child visitation by parents. The particular circumstances of you situation may warrant a deviation, however. If there are no irregularities, then if your mother in law continues to refuse you access to your child, then you will need to file a motion in court to get an order requiring her to allow the visitation.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.