Child Custody Dispute Resolution

Summary

In Mississippi, unwed mothers have sole custody until paternity is established by the father. If the father refuses to return the child, contact law enforcement and file for an emergency custody order through the family court.

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Whitney
Hi Whitney! How can I assist you with your legal issue today? Could you provide me with some details about your situation?
I live in Mississippi and the law states if a child is born to unwed parents then the mother is given sole custody until the father takes a paternity test and petitions the court. My son is * and he was visiting his father, who has never tried for visitation or custody so I have some custody still, I went to take my son home and his father acted crazy, scaring me and my son, refused to let me take him and made me leave his families house. What can I do now to get my son home safely?
Hi Whitney! I'm really sorry to hear about this situation. Here are a few steps you can take:
- Contact local law enforcement immediately to help you retrieve your son safely.
- File for an emergency custody order through the local family court.
Would you like more information on local family court contacts or need help connecting with a lawyer?