Legal Question in Family Law in Montana
child given to non-paternal male
I gave birth to a child out of wedlock and was not involved with the father. I received filings for paternity which I was not legally served and fled the possibility of a joint custody agreement. A judge awarded him paternity and they issued a warrant for my arrest and the child was given to the male who had never met her prior. I was nursing and I was arrested in a state other than the issued warrant and face a fugitive of justice charge also. He now has the child in Montana with him although there is a possibility he is not the father. I want the child returned to me pending a paternity test and the the case transferred to Colorado where I reside. How can I inform the judge of the contest of paternity without travelling to Montana, and was that a legal decision to give a child to someone who has not established paternity.I feel the child is in danger and under severe emotional trauma from being taken to me.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: child given to non-paternal male
Thank you for your inquiry. My name is Tawni Cummings and I am a family law atorney at the Harris Law Firm.
I�m sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing with regard to your child. Unfortunately, your situation is far too complex to answer without reviewing the court file in the paternity case, and obtaining additional information from you.
I would be happy to schedule a time to discuss your situation in greater detail. If you are interested, kindly contact our New Client Coordinator, Katie, at the number below. Thanks again, and we look forward to helping you, if at all possible.
Tawni L. Cummings, Esq.
THE HARRIS LAW FIRM, P.C.
1125 17th Street, Suite 1820
Denver, CO 80202
303-299-9484
www.HarrisFamilyLaw.com
www.ColoradoDivorceInfo.com
DISCLAIMER: No attorney - client relationship exists, or is in any way created by, this e-mail communication. The general information given is intended to be a starting point only by describing general aspects of the law - it is important that you consult with an attorney with regard to your specific legal rights.
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