Child Custody Rights Protection

Summary

If you are being asked to provide your address for court papers related to child custody in California, you can request that documents be served through your attorney or via certified mail. It is important to clearly communicate that you do not consent to signing away your parental rights and express your desire to see your child. Consider seeking legal representation to ensure your rights are protected and to navigate the legal process effectively.

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I need help sending a response to a message my ex mother in law sent me insisting i need to provide my address for court papers that my ex is trying to serve me with from california, trying to force me to sign my rights away to my son who he has kept from me for * and a half years.
Hey there, I understand you're in a tough spot. Here’s a simple response you can send:
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Dear [Ex Mother-in-law's Name],
I am not comfortable providing my address at this time. Please have any court papers served to me through my attorney or via certified mail.
Thank you,
[Your Name]
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add this, i am not comfortable giving them my address as well as I am not signing my rights away they need to let me see my son
Hey, I understand this is a difficult situation. Here's a revised response for you:
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Dear [Ex Mother-in-law's Name],
I am not comfortable providing my address at this time. Please have any court papers served to me through my attorney or via certified mail. Additionally, I am not signing my rights away, and I need to see my son.
Thank you,
[Your Name]
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Do you have legal representation currently?