Legal Question in Family Law in North Carolina

Child custody

My sister is planning to move to California, she has a 4-year old daughter. The father and her were never married, does he have any rights if he is not paying child support?


Asked on 10/15/03, 1:06 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Dieter Zacher Law Offices of Dieter Zacher

Re: Child custody

No. The father must first be determined to be the father either by a written document when the child was born, or, by the court. If neither, then, the child belongs to the mother. She can move wherever she wants.

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Answered on 10/15/03, 2:34 pm
Nina Gohari Law Office Of Nina N. Gohari

Re: Child custody

Yes, if the minor child is in custody of your sister then your sister is entitled to child support under a paternity action. If your sister needs assistance then I encourage her to call us at 310-839-7700 for a free initial office consultation.

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Answered on 10/15/03, 4:22 pm
Donald Holben Donald R. Holben & Associates, APC

Re: Child custody

Has the father been determined in fact to be the father. If not, the child is your sisters. Child support is not connected to visitation.

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Answered on 10/15/03, 5:46 pm


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