Child Custody And Support

Summary

In Tennessee, you can request a custody modification due to the fathers DUI conviction and pursue enforcement for unpaid child support. Courts arent typically required to inform you about sentence reductions unless its a victim notification issue. A parent can seek 50% custody, but the court prioritizes the childs best interests, considering factors like parental conduct and stability. The DUI incident may negatively impact the fathers custody request. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized advice.

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my namwe is holly
Nice to meet you, Holly! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I am a resident of tennessee. I have two daughters. One of my daughters,Emma, is three years old and has lived with me her entire life. Occasionally, she stays with her paternal father. He was ordered to pay child support and hast since last november nor does he have insurance on emma like he is supposed to. Recently, he was convicted of a DUI with the kids in the car. After that, we went to court for his non payment to which he was supposed to serve 45 days in jail and ended up only serving less than *. None of this was told to me by the courts its almost all info i had to learn about third hand. My questions are, do i have any recourse in this matter and are the courts obligated to keep me informed?
Hey Holly! In Tennessee, you might have several options:
- Request a modification of the custody arrangement due to his DUI conviction.
- Pursue enforcement for unpaid child support through the court.
- Courts aren't typically obligated to inform you about sentence reductions unless it's a victim notification issue.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer for more personalized assistance?
Her father is trying to get *% custody. Do you think thats possible?
In Tennessee, a parent can seek *% custody, but the court's primary consideration is the child's best interests. Factors include the parent's conduct, stability, and prior convictions. Given the DUI incident, the court may view this unfavorably for the father. Would you like to connect with a local lawyer for more personalized guidance?