Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Underage child

What can be done for an 11 year old, mother deceased, father gets the childs social security check and leaves the child alone? The house of which the child is staying has no water. (disconnected for non-payment) The father disappeared for over a week with no contact. The child is my half sister.


Asked on 4/20/07, 9:12 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Underage child

You should consult with an atorney in the county where the child resides about your options. The first that comes to mind is your applying to the Probate Court to be appointed the child's guardian.

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Answered on 4/20/07, 9:56 am
Mari Morrison Mari Morrison

Re: Underage child

I would suggest you go to your local family court and file a dependency action and have the state human resource department perform an investigation and take the child into protective custody. If possible, you may apply to be made the legal custodian.

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Answered on 4/20/07, 10:11 am


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