Legal Question in Family Law in Iowa

my brother in-laws girlfriend has a son with another man.The little boy has lived with his mom since he has been born a year ago. last night the dad picked up the little boy, and now refuses to give him back. he says, "Take me to court if you want your son" they have no legal custody papers says who can have him when. Can he really keep him and not give him back to the mom?


Asked on 6/02/10, 7:12 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Luedeman solo practitioner

Sure he can keep him. And then he can explain to the court why he did what he did when he's charged with parental abduction. Because he will be arrested.

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Answered on 6/02/10, 11:46 am


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