Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Child custody

In fl, if there is no legal order/ agreement but between unmarried parents, what are the mother's rights concerning custody? Can the father take the child from her without her consent?


Asked on 10/16/08, 2:47 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Re: Child custody

The mother has all rights until the father files a paternity action to determine what his rights are. The father cannot take the child. If he does so, he may even risk criminal charges.

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Answered on 10/16/08, 3:02 pm


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