Legal Question in Discrimination Law in Maryland

court ordered visitation

I have a 8 year old daughter and I have no legal visitationset up with any court. I do pay child support and always have with-out interruption. My daughter resides in Maryland, I reside in Tennessee I am only able to see her occasionally at my expense. My daughters mother who I have never been married to, Just told her this year that I am her father she is remarried. I have seen my daughter at about twice a year in the past. I am married 6 years and have two other children. I have a clean history and have always supported my daughter and stayed in as much contact as allowed . Where do I begin legal proceedings? Which State?


Asked on 11/21/03, 1:06 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: court ordered visitation

The state of the child's residence has jurisdiction to determine paternity, custody, and visitation. Contact a family law lawyer in that state for information concerning your rights and what legal action must be taken to establish them formally.

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Answered on 11/21/03, 1:20 pm
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: court ordered visitation

If there is any order in a court for the child then the action generally stays in that state. If you are seeking action then the state of the child's residence is your venue.

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Answered on 11/21/03, 10:04 pm


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