Legal Question in Family Law in Rhode Island

invasion of privacy from ex-spouce's

My 14 year old daughter lives in Rhode Island with her father and his wife (we are divorced)per my decision 5 years ago due to a pending divorce from my 2nd spouce. In order for my daughter to come visit me, he asks questions about my relationship with my boyfriend as far as the sleeping arrangements for my daughter. I live alone in a one bedroom apartment and the boyfriend does not sleep over when she is visiting. Our custody agreement only states the visitation, not that he has to meet my significant other or know anything about him although we are fine with introductions as we are discussing marriage. Does my ex-spouce have any right to ask for this information? I feel it is an invasion of my privacy.


Asked on 1/14/01, 10:33 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Re: invasion of privacy from ex-spouce's

Parents, in general, have every right (and duty) to know where their children will be and who they will be with. This does not change once the parents are divorced. In order to assure a comfort level, why shouldn't your ex meet your boyfriend just to be reassured that he is not an axe murderer. I am, of course, exaggerating to make a point. You want to know that your daughter is safe and secure when she is not with you and so does her father. This sharing of information also goes for sleeping arrangements. I would agree with you if it did not involve his daughter. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. If you decide you want to take some formal action, or just to reassure yourself, you may want to contact an attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. I will be happy to assist you. However, you need to call me at 856-546-8010. If you mention LawGuru, there will be no charge for your first consultation. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 1/31/01, 5:31 am


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