Summary
In Maryland, parents have the right to a lawyer in child welfare cases. You can request a hearing if DSS decisions are unsatisfactory and seek help from Maryland Legal Aid or Mid-Shore Pro Bono for free or low-cost legal services. Report child abduction to local police and consider filing for emergency custody. Always consult a legal professional for accurate advice.Full Conversation
Hello I need a lawyer for my case we go back to court June *
Hello ****, I'm here to provide legal information. Could you please tell me your location and the nature of your case? This will help me offer more precise advice.
My daughter was kidnapped and DSS is giving me a hard time getting my daughter
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Can you please tell me in which state this is happening? Laws regarding child custody and welfare differ from state to state.
I live in princess Ann md
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Maryland:
- Parents have the right to a lawyer in child welfare cases.
- You can request a hearing if DSS decisions are unsatisfactory.
- You can seek help from Maryland Legal Aid (*) *-*.
Ensure to consult with a legal professional for specific advice.
She was kidnapped in Dorchester county
I'm sorry to hear that, ****. In Dorchester County, Maryland, you can report child abduction to the local police. Also, you may consider filing for emergency custody. Here are the steps:
- Report to Dorchester County Sheriff's Office: (*) *-*
- Consult a lawyer about an emergency custody order
- Contact Maryland Legal Aid for help: (*) *-*
Remember, always consult a legal professional for accurate advice.
My daughter is in foster care now and DSS is giving me a hard time getting my daughter
I'm sorry for the difficulties you're facing, ****. In Maryland:
- You have the right to visit your child in foster care.
- DSS must make efforts to reunify families.
- You can appeal DSS decisions in court.
Remember to consult a lawyer for accurate advice.
I need a lawyer
I understand your situation, ****. In Maryland, you can get free or low-cost legal help. You may contact:
- Maryland Legal Aid: (*) *-*
- Mid-Shore Pro Bono: (*) *-*
- Legal Services Directory: https://www.peoples-law.org/directory
Remember to consult a legal professional for accurate advice.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****. Remember, it's crucial to get professional legal advice in your situation. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions. Best of luck with your case.
Are they fre lawyers
The organizations mentioned, Maryland Legal Aid and Mid-Shore Pro Bono, do provide free or low-cost legal services depending on your income. Please contact them directly for more information.