Legal Question in Family Law in Washington
Minor Guadianship
Son is 17+. Mom, full custodial parent, threw him out of house. I live in another city.
Son wants to live with freind in stable household, with parents ok and upon their suggestion, to finish high school where he is. I agree that this is in his best interest and have checked family out.
What legal steps should be taken and can I as non-custodial biological parent sign documents pertaining to him for school etc.?
Child support is up to date and I do visit regularly. Mother could probably be deemed unfit.
Given his age, does a legal remedy make sense as he might be 18 before the court acts?
What legal rights would his mom have if she changes her mind?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Minor Guadianship
You have to distinguish between the duties and obligations you have as a non custodial parent and her duties as the custodial parent.
But you can't simply substitute in other people, that isn't the way these plans work. You can move to modify the plan on the basis of mom's abdication from her responsibilities, and a court would likely support you.
Your objective to allow your son to finish high school with his class is laudable, but you cannot make the decisions about where he lives (and with whom) unless or until you have that right pursuant to the parenting plan.
You need a family law attorney in this town (Wenatchee?) to help you.
Hope this gets you pointed in the right direction. Elizabeth Powell
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