Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

custody and adoption of my son need answers

I am a mother of a 3 year old that was taken out of my custody about a year ago under the md social services for neglect..the claims were made by a socail worker who had personal issuses with me. I was found guilty, because i am bi-polar they took my son.He was given to his father and now lives there with him, his father has full custody..I have been holding ajob now for 5 months..i'm married and have a stable enviroment.His father is talking about putting him up for adoption because he can't hold a steady job and can't afford him..is there anyway i can take him back to court and get my son back..and if so how???? i was unlawfully accused...unjustly found guily and feel my legal rights have been ignored. please advise me if you can


Asked on 7/09/03, 11:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: custody and adoption of my son need answers

You can object to the adoption and use that proceeding as a means of regaining custody of your child, assuming you can demonstrate your renewed fitness to take care of your son. The court generally favors a biological parent over an adoptive one, but the court must also consider what is in the best interest of the child. You should get as many people as possible, especially professionals, who can support your fitness.

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Answered on 7/11/03, 3:33 pm


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