Florida Custody Filing Guide

Summary

To file for custody and child support in Florida, file a petition in the appropriate family court, provide financial information, and attend a hearing. If living in different counties, determine jurisdiction based on the childs primary residence. To argue against 50/50 custody, highlight logistical issues due to distance, the fathers lack of transportation, and the stable environment you provide. Gather evidence like school schedules, maps, and documentation of the fathers arrests, especially for DUIs, to strengthen your case. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized advice.

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We live over * miles apart. We live in different counties. The father doesn’t have a drivers license or car
Thanks for sharing. Since you and the father live in different counties, you'll need to determine which court has jurisdiction. Typically, this is where the child primarily resides.
Would you like guidance on determining jurisdiction or on filling out the necessary forms?
He wants */* custody
To address the situation where the father wants */* custody:
- Florida courts consider the best interests of the child when determining custody arrangements.
- The court will evaluate factors like each parent's ability to provide for the child, the child's relationship with each parent, and the distance between parents' residences.
Would you like guidance on how to argue for or against */* custody, or do you need help with the paperwork?
Argue against */*
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To argue against */* custody, consider the following points:
- Distance: The *-mile distance between residences may cause logistical issues for the child's schooling and activities.
- Transportation: The father's lack of a driver's license and car could hinder his ability to care for the child.
- Stability: The primary caregiver's home provides a stable environment.
Would you like more specific guidance on these arguments?
Yes
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To argue against */* custody in Florida, focus on:
- Distance: Emphasize the logistical challenges of the *-mile distance.
- Transportation: Highlight the father's lack of a driver's license and car.
- Stability: Stress the stable environment you provide.
Would you like more detailed guidance on preparing these arguments for court?
Yes
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Sure, I can provide more detailed guidance on preparing your arguments for court:
*. Distance: Prepare to explain how the *-mile distance would affect the child's daily routine, schooling, and extracurricular activities.
*. Transportation: Highlight the father's lack of reliable transportation and how that may adversely impact the child.
*. Stability: Emphasize the stable environment you provide, including continuity in schooling and community.
Would you like more detailed information on how to present these arguments effectively?
Yes
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To effectively present your arguments in court:
*. Distance: Show how the *-mile distance complicates daily routines and schooling.
*. Transportation: Emphasize his lack of a driver's license and car.
*. Stability: Highlight the stable environment you provide.
Would you like to know how to gather evidence or prepare for the court hearing?
Yes
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To gather evidence and prepare for the court hearing:
- Distance: Collect school schedules, activity calendars, and maps to illustrate the logistical challenges.
- Transportation: Document the father's lack of a driver's license or car.
- Stability: Gather school records, community involvement, and any other stability indicators.
Would you like more details on specific forms and documents to bring to court?
Yes
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To gather specific forms and documents for court, you'll need:
- Copies of school schedules, activity calendars, and maps to show logistical challenges.
- Documentation of the father's lack of a driver's license or car.
- School records and evidence of your child's stability and community involvement.
Would you like any more detailed information on court preparation?
The father has been arrested more than * times mostly for DUI
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Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Yes
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Great, it seems like this could be a high-value case. To connect you with local lawyers, I'll need some mandatory information. Could you please provide your phone number?