Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Can I get a passport?

I have sole custody of my daughter. The father only has visitation rights which he is not exercising. In fact, he was not in her life for her 1st 7 years, and has not been in her life for the past 15 months. His name is not on my daughter's birth certificate because he refused to sign. My family and I would like to go out of the country, and I have to get my daughter a passport. May I do so without the consent of the father?


Asked on 3/20/09, 2:53 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Can I get a passport?

If you have sole custody you shouldn't have any problem getting a passport. I suggest you go on the State Dept. website for more information.

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Answered on 3/20/09, 3:03 pm


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