Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
if i been with a man for 9 years and have 3 of his children, and he goes to jail. does that make me guardian of his belongings, also custody of the children?
Asked on 2/07/10, 1:48 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
No.
Answered on 2/12/10, 4:11 pm
Paula McGill
Paula McGill Attorney at Law
Where is the mother of the children? You should contact her about taking custody of the children. If she is otherwise, unavailable, the father may be able to sign temporary custody to you. However, to protect yourself, you may want to contact social services.
In addition, your boyfriend can sign a power of attorney to you to handle some of his affairs while he's in jail. This would include handling his belongings in accordance with the power.
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Answered on 2/13/10, 6:42 am