Legal Question in Family Law in Washington

custody

I am not the biological mother of my child, she is not in the picture. I have raised this child as my own. I am getting a divorce and want custody. Is that possible through the state of Washington?


Asked on 6/18/07, 1:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Elizabeth Powell ELizabeth Powell PS Inc

Re: custody

Theoretically yes it is accoding to the doctrine of "de facto parent". You have to have resided in WA with the child for at least six months for this court to have jurisdiction pursuant to the UCCJEA though.

Hope this helps. Elizabeth Powell

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Answered on 6/19/07, 12:45 am


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