Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
What happens to a parents custodial rights when she goes to jail? Current order is joint physical/legal. Mother will be in jail for eight months. Father wants to file for sole legal custody, and modification of the 50/50 visitation.
Asked on 9/20/10, 9:24 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
A lot depends on (a) the language of the order and (b) the reason for the jail.
Step one would be to meet with a lawyer to assess if it is appropriate to seek modification.
Answered on 9/25/10, 9:50 am
Ralph Villani
VILLANI LAW FIRM
Glen is correct.
Consult with a family lawyer in Bloomingdale area and follow his/her instructions
Good luck to you and your child(ren)
Regards
Ralph
Answered on 9/25/10, 10:12 am