Legal Question in Family Law in Nevada

hi, i know a 15 year old girl who is being abused, emotionally too. i was wondering is it possible for a non-family member to get custody of said child? or would they go into foster care?


Asked on 11/16/10, 1:32 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
James Smith James E. Smith Ltd.

Child Protective Services would have to recommend you and an investigation.

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Answered on 11/22/10, 6:33 am
Marshal Willick Willick Law Group

It is possible for a "third party" (i.e., not mom and not dad) to get either visitation, guardianship, or even custody of a minor child. For the applicable rules and statutes, see:

http://www.willicklawgroup.com/guardianship

http://www.willicklawgroup.com/child_custody_visitation.

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Answered on 11/22/10, 1:40 pm


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