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The user is dealing with a CPS case in Kentucky, where her ex-fiancé is accused of hitting their daughter. She moved out of their shared home to protect herself and her daughter from domestic violence. The CPS worker placed her child in her mothers temporary custody, which is set to expire soon. The user has lost her job and is struggling to afford an attorney. She has been trying to contact the CPS worker for updates but has not received any response. She is also planning to move to Pennsylvania for a job opportunity and to be closer to her family. She is currently living with her mother and is unemployed. She has been trying to find an attorney to help her with the CPS case.

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What specific issue are you facing with your CPS case, Kelly?
13 days ago a cps worker showed up to investigate allegations of my fiance hitting our daughter. Issue is i had moved out ofthe home already to protect her and myself from the domestc violence. Had been out of the home for approximately 3wks at that point. The cps worker then decided to put my child in my mothers temporary custody. We have papers that say this expires tomorrow. We have heard nothing from the cps worker but have heard from councilors both my daughter and i are seeing that she is making a case plan. We have no idea what is going on. I lost my job 2wks ago so have no income to afford an attorney i dont know what i or should I say we are to do.
What state are you located in, Kelly? This will help me provide more accurate information regarding CPS procedures in your area.
Ky
What is the name of the county in Kentucky where your CPS case is being handled?
Larue
What is the name of the CPS worker handling your case?
Pam carter
What is the nature of the case plan being made by the CPS worker, Pam Carter?
I haveno clue the last i was text i need parenting classes and domestic violence classes. But i have never received a case plan
What is the age of your child? In Kentucky, CPS usually creates a case plan to ensure the child's safety and well-being. It may include parenting and domestic violence classes.
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What is the date of your next scheduled court hearing?
Dont have one andhave never had one
What is the status of your communication with Pam Carter, the CPS worker? Have you tried reaching out to her for updates on your case?
Texting and calli g and she returns neither
Have you tried contacting the CPS office directly or Pam Carter's supervisor for updates on your case?
I have not bc i figure she has yet to even speak to the alleged abuser. I took the child out of the situation. Ihave never touched my child in any harmful way. I want to find an attorney. We had plans to move to Pennsylvania before cps became involved. Now we r stuck here until this gets closed which could be months.
Have you considered applying for a court-appointed attorney due to your current financial situation?

In Kentucky, individuals with low income may qualify for a court-appointed attorney in CPS cases.
I dont know how to do that without going to court first. And it certainly seems as though they would all kind of beon the same team
What is your current financial situation? Depending on your income, you may qualify for legal aid services in Kentucky.
Unemployed, living at my mothers
What is the name of the court handling your CPS case? Based on your financial situation, you may be eligible for legal aid in Kentucky.
No financial assistance
What is the name of the court in Larue County, Kentucky, where your CPS case is being handled?
No child support
What is the name of the alleged abuser and what is their relationship to the child?
Biological father who i was told is to have no contact with her at all so i dont allow him to ( lucky us he lives right next door)
Have you filed a restraining order against the biological father? In Kentucky, you can apply for a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) for protection.
No
What is the reason for not filing a restraining order against the biological father?
Bc this time he has done nothing to hurt me. I just left with my child.
Have you considered filing a restraining order for the safety of your child, given the past incidents of domestic violence?
Obviously cps is taking care of that being she told me he is only allowed supervised visitation 1hr every * wks in her office
What is the name of the counselor you and your daughter are seeing?
Bluegrass proffessional counciling services
What is the contact information for Bluegrass Professional Counseling Services?
What are you planning on doing with this information
I'm here to provide you with general legal information based on the details you've shared. I won't use this information for any other purpose. Can you tell me if you've received any official documents from the court regarding your case?
No
What is the exact date when your child was placed in your mother's temporary custody?
It says this plan is only valid 14 days from the signing date it will expire on8/*/*. The plan may be extended voluntary with the agreement of all parties.
What is your plan if the temporary custody expires tomorrow and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
This is why i want an attorney
What steps have you taken so far to find an attorney? In Kentucky, you may be eligible for free legal aid based on your financial situation.
I have called so many lawyers everyone is booked or does not handle cps cases.
Have you tried reaching out to Kentucky Legal Aid? They might be able to assist you with your CPS case.
Yes they called back and saidthey handle criminal cases i belie that was them out of Louisville
What is the exact nature of the allegations against your fiance? This will help in understanding the severity of the case. In Kentucky, allegations of child abuse are taken very seriously and can result in criminal charges.
Physical harm i guess. I have no idea.
What specific allegations of physical harm were made against your fiance?
He is not my fiance anymore...lol
What steps have you taken to ensure your child's safety after the allegations against your ex-fiancé?
She has not been around him or spoken to him at all even seen him
What steps have you taken to ensure your own safety after leaving your ex-fiancé?
I have nothing to do with him
What steps have you taken to ensure your own safety after leaving your ex-fiancé?
He texts but i dont respond i figure all his texts can be used against him
What is the content of the texts you're receiving from your ex-fiancé?
8_3/*, but if the paper says ot expires tomorrow i dont want to press the issue and then have something extend that.
He calls names and uses vulgarity says he will sign off on our daughter wants nothing to do with her
Have you considered reporting these texts to the police as they could be considered harassment?
Are you still there
Have you saved these texts as evidence for potential future legal proceedings?
Yes every textis saved
What is your plan for the immediate future if the temporary custody of your child expires tomorrow and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
Thats why i am trying my hardest to find an attorney to see if i can just move forward with my plans to move to Pennsylvania
What is the reason for your planned move to Pennsylvania?
Thats where my family is
What is the status of your custody rights over your child? In Kentucky, if you have legal custody, you may be able to move out of state with your child, but it's important to consult with a lawyer first.
I have not i just figured they could be used in court
We never married and there is no custody arrangement/agreement in place
We never married and thereis no custody agreement/arrangement in place
Hello
No agreement
What is the status of your legal custody over your child?
There is no agreement
In Kentucky, if there's no custody agreement, the mother generally has sole custody. However, it's advisable to get a formal custody order. Have you considered filing for custody?
No bc i was told bc we never married and there was no agreement i had sole custody
What is the name of the court in Larue County, Kentucky, where your CPS case is being handled?

In Kentucky, if there's no custody agreement, the mother generally has sole custody. However, it's advisable to get a formal custody order.
I have no idea
What is the nature of the allegations made against your fiance that led to the involvement of CPS?
There is only one courthouse there
What is the name of the courthouse in Larue County, Kentucky?
Our daughter told her counselor that her father slapped her and left bruises on her.
What actions have you taken since your daughter disclosed this information to her counselor?
I was already out of the home we shared at that time. I did not know abt the incident until she told us at the same time
What actions have you taken since learning about the incident? In Kentucky, it's important to report child abuse to the authorities.
Nothing i have nothing to do with him
Have you reported the incident to the police or any other authority? In Kentucky, it's crucial to report child abuse to ensure the safety of the child.
All my belongs as well as hers are even still at that home.
Have you considered filing a police report for the domestic violence and to retrieve your belongings from the home?
I have to find a place to put my belongings before i get them. I have no money for a storage unit and there certainly isnt enough room to bring them into this home
Have you considered reaching out to local charities or shelters? They might be able to provide temporary storage or assistance.
I can live with my mother. I simply want this case closed so i can move to Pennsylvania i can pack a uhaul and head to my fathers
What steps have you taken to close the case with CPS? In Kentucky, CPS cases usually require a case plan to be completed and approved by the court.
I have never even seen a case plan this is hindering every ladt
What steps have you taken to request a copy of the case plan from CPS? In Kentucky, parents have the right to be involved in the creation of the case plan.
Last plan i had to getout of the situation including a great job opportunity
What is the job opportunity you're referring to and how does it relate to your current situation?
The counselors have tried to get in touch with the case worker
What was the response from the case worker when the counselors tried to reach out?
I have job opportunity in Pennsylvania
What type of job opportunity do you have in Pennsylvania and how does it affect your current situation?
They obviously arent going to hold a job for months while i complete a case plan
What is the nature of the job opportunity in Pennsylvania? It's important to note that in Kentucky, moving out of state during an ongoing CPS case may require court approval.
Its in a law office
What is the role you are being offered in the law office in Pennsylvania?
Paralegal
What steps have you taken to secure this job opportunity in Pennsylvania as a paralegal?
I havent bc of this i have them waiting on an answer
What is the name of the law office in Pennsylvania where you have the job opportunity?
I dont think thats relevant
What is the status of your communication with the CPS worker, Pam Carter, regarding the case plan?
As i said we have heard nothing
What is the contact information for the CPS office or Pam Carter's supervisor? It might be helpful to reach out to them for updates on your case.
With the temporary custody expiring tomorrow i do not want to contact her to stir things up today to make it prolonged.
What is your plan if the temporary custody expires and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
I have counciling tomorrow and will speak with her concerning that but am seeking an attorney at the current time
What is the name of the court in Larue County, Kentucky, where your CPS case is being handled? This will help me provide you with the contact details.
I have no idea there is * courthouse there.
What is the name of the courthouse in Larue County, Kentucky? In Kentucky, the court usually oversees CPS cases and it's important to know where your case is being handled.
As i said idk its the only courthouse in that county i would assume larue county courthouse
The LaRue County Courthouse is located at * W High St #*, Hodgenville, KY *, USA. You can contact them at +* *-*-*.
Besides getting me there what am i supposed to do with that information
You can use the contact information to inquire about your case status, request court documents, or seek guidance on how to apply for a court-appointed attorney.
Thank you.
You're welcome, Kelly. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
Appreciate it
What is the status of your communication with the CPS worker, Pam Carter, regarding the case plan?
She has yet to get one to me
Have you tried contacting Pam Carter's supervisor or the CPS office directly for updates on your case?
Not recently. Waiting for this temporary custody paperwork to expire. I have let my councilor reach out. I really want an attorney advice
What is the exact date when the temporary custody order was issued? In Kentucky, temporary custody orders are typically valid for 14 days, but can be extended with the agreement of all parties involved.
What if * of the * parties dont agree
In Kentucky, if two out of three parties don't agree, the court will likely make the final decision based on the best interest of the child.
It expires tomorrow
What is your plan if the temporary custody expires tomorrow and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
To ignore the temporary custody order go back to life as normal. Continue to try and find an attorney.
What is your plan for ensuring the safety of your child if the temporary custody order expires and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
My child has never been in harm while in my care
What steps are you planning to take to ensure your child's safety from the alleged abuser? In Kentucky, it's crucial to have a safety plan in place, especially in cases involving domestic violence.
Oh she will not have any contact with him at all
What steps are you taking to ensure that there is no contact between your child and the alleged abuser?
Just as was instructed
What is your plan for ensuring the safety of your child if the temporary custody order expires and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
My counselor will address that or the court liason i deal with. I have fully cooperated. Done everything I was asked to do. The cps worker is the one who has not followed through
What is the name and contact information of the court liaison you are dealing with? In Kentucky, it's important to maintain open communication with all parties involved in a CPS case.
Mary ann
What is Mary Ann's role and how has she been assisting you in your case?
I have been dealing with maryann for about 6 months now she has been helping me get into counseling assisting with other needs
What is the contact information for Mary Ann? It's important to maintain open communication with all parties involved in your case.
I do not give you permission to discuss my information that i have shared with any of these people. I cam to you for advice. I have maryanns contact information
What is the status of your communication with Mary Ann regarding your CPS case?
I speak to her about every other day
What has Mary Ann advised you to do regarding your CPS case?
She too is reaching out for information
What is the nature of the information that Mary Ann is trying to gather for your case?
A case plan
What steps have you taken to request a copy of the case plan from CPS?
Called n text pam
What was the response from Pam Carter when you tried to contact her about the case plan?
There is none
There is none
What steps have you taken to secure legal representation given your current financial situation?

In Kentucky, individuals with low income may qualify for a court-appointed attorney in CPS cases. You can apply for this at the LaRue County Courthouse.
I dont know the steps to take to do that
Have you tried contacting the LaRue County Courthouse to inquire about the process of applying for a court-appointed attorney? They can guide you through the steps.
No
What is the reason for not contacting the LaRue County Courthouse to inquire about the process of applying for a court-appointed attorney?
Bc i didnt know
Did you know that you can apply for a court-appointed attorney at the LaRue County Courthouse? They can guide you through the process.
Now i dò
I do now
What is your plan for ensuring the safety of your child if the temporary custody order expires and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?

In Kentucky, it's crucial to have a safety plan in place, especially in cases involving domestic violence.
You keep repeating the same questions
What steps have you taken to secure a restraining order against the alleged abuser for the safety of your child?

In Kentucky, a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) can provide protection by legally preventing the abuser from having contact with the victim.
I have followed all the instructions the cps worker has given me
What instructions did the CPS worker give you regarding the safety of your child? In Kentucky, a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) can provide protection by legally preventing the abuser from having contact with the victim.
Keep her away from him no cotact
What steps have you taken to ensure no contact between your child and the alleged abuser?

In Kentucky, a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) can provide protection by legally preventing the abuser from having contact with the victim.
We dont go near him or in his vacinity
What steps have you taken to secure a restraining order against the alleged abuser for the safety of your child?

In Kentucky, a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) can provide protection by legally preventing the abuser from having contact with the victim.
I am cal
I am going to reach out to find some legal help , an attorney now. Thank you.
What is the name of the attorney you are planning to reach out to? In Kentucky, you can apply for a court-appointed attorney if you can't afford one.
I will just keep calling different ones
Goodbye
What is your plan for ensuring the safety of your child if the temporary custody order expires and you haven't heard from the CPS worker?
I will call my cps worker now
I will call my cps worker now
What is the nature of the case plan that the CPS worker is making?
Idk
But i have to go