Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Problem with a step-parent

Does anyone know of any situation where legal action has been pursued against a step-parent for excessive mental and emotional abuse? The non-custodial parent has been talked to about this over and over and will not do anything about it. The step-parent has had a serious impact on the child that is very concerning.


Asked on 12/13/06, 10:58 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Worrall The Manely Firm, P.C.

Re: Problem with a step-parent

You may have an easier time going against the non-custodial parent. Sounds like a possible basis for a modification of visitation/custody to ask for restrictions or supervision on the non-custodial parent's time. You will need to have evidence of the harm to the child, say from a psychologist or other mental health counselor.

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Answered on 12/14/06, 8:24 am


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