Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania

Shared Custody - abandonment?

I have shared physical and legal

custody of my 5 year old son with

his Father. In early December, the

father was jailed due to driving

under the influence and with no

license. Since this incidence (2

months ago), he has failed to make

contact with me and his son. At this

point, I'm afraid to even turn my

son back over to him because he

has no defined job or place to live. I

fear he could be unstable physically

and emotionally. What should be

my next steps?


Asked on 2/08/09, 11:00 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Davidson Law Office of John A. Davidson

Re: Shared Custody - abandonment?

You need to file a petition to modify custody.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me. The initial consultation is free.

{John}

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Answered on 2/08/09, 11:21 pm
Paul Stacom Law Office of Paul J. Stacom

Re: Shared Custody - abandonment?

Since you evidently have a court order, you should file a petition to modify it in order to address your concerns with the court.

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Answered on 2/09/09, 7:14 am


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