Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

Dealing With DSS

There are many horror stories about the DSS's tactics. However, I was recently forced to file a complaint with DSS regarding neglect to my six month old son. During the phoned-in complaint the case worker voiced concern about the mother's neglect and her behavior in regards to trying to eliminate me, the father, from my son's life. My question is this: If the DSS opens a case against the mother of my child and decide to remove him from the home, can they immediately put him up for adoption without allowing me to have custody? Can I fight such an act by them in court?


Asked on 7/28/00, 12:58 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alan Pransky Law Office of Alan J. Pransky

Re: Dealing With DSS

If you have been determined to be the father you should get custody automatically if the mother can't have custody.

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Answered on 9/13/00, 9:08 pm


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