Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Re: Getting my daughter back

You should not need to "sign away" custody temporarily unless your child's school requires a signed statement indicating that in your absence the father is responsible for the child's care. There should be no need for any intervention by the court to change custody for the four month basic training period. But while you are away you should maintain as much regular contact as you can with your child, by mail, telephone, or whatever, and or course temporarily cancel the child support. For that you will need to contact the Child Support office of the Department of Social Services. If you have family living nearby, I would suggest that you make arrangements with your family to maintain regular contact with your child and that you make it clear to the father that you still have custody and the right to make decisions about your child's care. And try to maintain a civil and cooperative relationship with the father.