Can a parent stop a child from seeing the other parents partner?
You may or may not be able to stop the other parent’s significant other from being around your child. In general, you do not have the power to dictate which adults are around your child when they are with the other parent. You can decide whether to introduce them to a romantic partner or not.
Can my ex tell me where I can take my child?
Yes — if you have a custody order specifying that parents must disclose the child’s whereabouts during their visitation time. To add this requirement to an existing order, you and your ex could agree to modify your parenting plan or you could ask the court to make the change if one parent doesn’t want to include it.
How long can a father not see his child?
Some common examples of this may include: Abandonment of the child (this is often the most common ground for requesting termination of an absent parent’s parental rights. In most states, the biological parent must show that the absent parent has not seen or contacted the child for at least four months);
Can I refuse to let my ex see my child?
If your ex-spouse is still unwilling to work with you to reach an agreement and is refusing your visitation rights, it may be time to turn to the court system to enforce the visitation order. Since a visitation order from the court is legally binding, the court can hold your ex accountable for any violations.
Can I stop my son seeing his dad’s new girlfriend?
Can I stop my kids seeing the ex’s new partner? I’m often asked if there is a way for a parent to stop their child spending time with the other parent’s new partner. The short answer is no. Both parents have parental responsibility and they are able to exercise that responsibility in whatever way they see fit.
Do I have a right to know who my child is around?
Each parent is entitled to know where the children are during visitations. They should also know if the children are left with other people such as babysitters or friends when the other parent is not there. Parents should tell each other their current addresses and home and work phone numbers.