Hi! I’m trying to get full custody because my ex is dangerous around our daughter. Can I block visitation too?
Hi! I'm trying to get full custody because my ex is dangerous around our daughter. Can I block visitation too?
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Given the circumstances you’ve mentioned — including your ex’s behavior and concerns about his mother — there are a few things to consider:
1. Document Everything
It’s crucial to document all incidents of abuse or behavior that poses a risk to your daughter. If you haven’t already, keep a detailed log of any abusive actions or threats, including:
- Dates and times
- Text messages, voicemails
- Photos or videos
- Witness statements
2. Visitation Concerns
If you’re seeking sole custody and want to limit or eliminate the father’s access, the court may require:
- Proof of abuse or neglect
- Compelling reasons to restrict or eliminate visitation
- You may request supervised visitation, or in severe cases, no visitation at all.
Supporting evidence could include:
- Restraining orders
- Police reports
- Testimonies from therapists, social workers, or teachers
3. Professional Evaluation
Consider requesting a court-appointed custody evaluator (a neutral third party) to assess your ex’s relationship with your child and determine whether he is fit for parenting. This can be influential in your custody case.
4. Involvement of the Ex’s Mother
If you’re concerned about his mother having contact, and there is a valid safety concern, this should be addressed in your custody order or by requesting a restraining order against her as well.
If she has:
- Participated in abusive behavior.
- Enabled your ex’s harmful conduct.
- Or failed to protect your daughter.
Then you may request that she be prohibited from any contact or visitation.
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Hi! I'm trying to get full custody because my ex is dangerous around our daughter. Can I block visitation too?
Lexi, Chatbot
I’m sorry to hear about your situation. Have you already filled out all the necessary forms for the separation?
Yes. My ex and I have decided to split up, and he’s not good around our daughter. He is a danger, and I want to do this as painless and as easy as I can.
Lexi, Chatbot
Are you looking to establish custody arrangements for your daughter as part of this process?
Yes, I would have sole custody.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the Family Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with your custody arrangement.
His mother is not allowed contact or visitation at all. Her father is a very angry person and abusive, so I don’t know what else to do on that part.
Angelo M
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Angelo M
Given the circumstances you’ve mentioned — including your ex’s behavior and concerns about his mother — there are a few things to consider:
1. Document Everything
It’s crucial to document all incidents of abuse or behavior that poses a risk to your daughter. If you haven’t already, keep a detailed log of any abusive actions or threats, including:
- Dates and times
- Text messages, voicemails
- Photos or videos
- Witness statements
2. Visitation Concerns
If you’re seeking sole custody and want to limit or eliminate the father’s access, the court may require:
- Proof of abuse or neglect
- Compelling reasons to restrict or eliminate visitation
- You may request supervised visitation, or in severe cases, no visitation at all.
Supporting evidence could include:
- Restraining orders
- Police reports
- Testimonies from therapists, social workers, or teachers
3. Professional Evaluation
Consider requesting a court-appointed custody evaluator (a neutral third party) to assess your ex’s relationship with your child and determine whether he is fit for parenting. This can be influential in your custody case.
4. Involvement of the Ex’s Mother
If you’re concerned about his mother having contact, and there is a valid safety concern, this should be addressed in your custody order or by requesting a restraining order against her as well.
If she has:
- Participated in abusive behavior.
- Enabled your ex’s harmful conduct.
- Or failed to protect your daughter.
Then you may request that she be prohibited from any contact or visitation.
Thank you, I appreciate your time today.
Okay, I’ll get witness statements. I have been recording the last few months of it.
Thank you — this really helped and made me think of everything and what else needs to be done.
Angelo M
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