Legal Question in Family Law in New York

My daughter just turned 18. She still attends school but has multiple disabilites. She can't read or write & has the grade equilvalent of 2nd grade. Her father just took her out of church, without permission, & refuses to bring her back. Even though she's 18 she doesn't have the ability to make that decision. What can I do?


Asked on 8/15/10, 10:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

You must obtain a Guardianship of the person and property of your daughter. You would need to retain an attorney to petition the court for this.

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Answered on 8/20/10, 11:09 am


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