Summary
To regain custody of your children in Louisiana, you can file a petition to modify the guardianship arrangement in family court, especially since your CPS case is closed. Gather evidence showing your fathers non-compliance with court orders, such as allowing unsupervised visitation. Document all relevant instances and collect proof of your improved circumstances, like a stable job and home environment. Consider reaching out to a legal aid organization, such as Louisiana Legal Services, for guidance and possible representation. Keep detailed records of all communications and actions that demonstrate your fathers non-compliance.Full Conversation
I love in Louisiana I had cps open a case up on me after 2 years of my case being open and them putting my kids in foster care but placed them with a relative dcfs said they recommended me signing legal guardianship over to my father or have my kids placed with the state so I signed legal guardianship over to my father an the judge ordered that the mother(which is me) and the father could only have supervised visitation well my father now let's the father have unsupervised visitation and let's all * of my kids stay with their father even the one he's not tye father to but he still pushes the issue that my visits have to be supervised what can I do to get my kids back and drop his legal guardianship
****, to address this situation, you may consider taking the following steps:
- File a motion to modify the guardianship arrangement in court.
- Gather evidence that shows your father is not adhering to the court's orders.
- Request the court to review the current visitation and guardianship orders.
Have you consulted with a family law attorney regarding this matter?
Could I now take my father to court to get my full custody back of my kids in now that my cps case is closed
Yes, you can take your father to court to seek full custody of your children, especially since your CPS case is closed. Here are some steps you should consider:
- File a petition to modify the guardianship in family court.
- Provide evidence that your father is not following the court's visitation order.
- Demonstrate your current ability to care for your children and any positive changes in your circumstances.
Have you already started gathering evidence regarding your father's actions?
Yes
It's good that you've started gathering evidence. Here are some additional steps you can take:
- Document all instances where your father has allowed unsupervised visitation.
- Collect any proof of your improved circumstances (e.g., stable job, home environment).
- Prepare a detailed plan for your children's care.
Have you considered seeking the assistance of a legal aid organization in your area?
Alot of message and my kids and boyfriend can explain his behavior and actions
****, it sounds like you're on the right track by gathering evidence. Here’s what you can do next:
- Compile detailed statements from your children and boyfriend.
- Keep records of all messages and any other evidence of your father’s non-compliance.
- Reach out to a legal aid organization for guidance.
Have you contacted any legal aid organizations so far?
No didn't know who to contact
****, I recommend contacting a legal aid organization in Louisiana for help with your case. They can provide guidance and possibly represent you in court. Here’s a suggestion:
Louisiana Legal Services
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.louisianalegalservices.org Have you made any progress with documenting your evidence?
Yes I keep screenshots of all messages and a journal with all the other things he's denied me of like taking me off their School papers so I can't go to attend anything at their school and so on
****, it sounds like you are well-prepared with your evidence. Since you are keeping screenshots and a journal, continue to do so diligently.
Next, contact Louisiana Legal Services for assistance with your case:
Louisiana Legal Services
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.louisianalegalservices.orgHave you considered filing a petition to modify the guardianship in family court yet?
Read up on it
****, it seems like you have a strong case for seeking full custody. You are gathering substantial evidence and have legitimate concerns regarding your father's compliance with court orders.
To proceed, consider filing a petition to modify the guardianship in family court soon. Contact Louisiana Legal Services for further assistance with the process.
Best of luck!
Thank u so much
****, it sounds like you have a strong case to regain full custody of your children. You've gathered substantial evidence and have valid concerns. Contacting Louisiana Legal Services for assistance and filing a petition to modify the guardianship in family court is a crucial next step. Best of luck!