[FL] Do fathers and mothers have the same custody rights?
Do fathers have the same custody rights as mothers in Florida?
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Yes, parents have equal rights but the court has the discretion based on the issues (Fla. Stat. § 61.13).
The father should file for custody in the county where the mother resides. If possible, it's advisable to use an attorney, as they may have better access to the judge. However, the clerk's office has the necessary forms.
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Do fathers have the same custody rights as mothers in Florida?
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Mother is in jail since Thursday. Father is coming from Ohio, as the daughter was Baker Acted when mom got arrested. No custody agreement. Son is currently with step-grandfather. What should the father do for emergency custody as he is coming from out of state?
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Yes, parents have equal rights but the court has the discretion based on the issues (Fla. Stat. § 61.13).
The father should file for custody in the county where the mother resides. If possible, it's advisable to use an attorney, as they may have better access to the judge. However, the clerk's office has the necessary forms.
Does the step grandfather have rights if he was not deemed the guardian by the court?
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Only biological parents have rights unless a court deems otherwise.
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