Custody Rights Clarification Needed

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Miss you today is I got a letter in the mail will my ex-boyfriend did who is the father of my daughter way we had a CPS case and he got a letter stating in the mail that there's no longer a CPS case everything was closed and when I called my children to inform them about it to tell them that per them being comfortable they will be here every weekend from Friday till they return back to school and I'll return them back to school come on Monday or Tuesday whichever it is they have school the next time to be told my mother has had them sign something stating that she has custody of me with him custody of of them now my daughter is 14 years old and just told me yesterday that she can't make her own decisions and she doesn't know what's best for her
Hello ****, it sounds like a complex situation. Could you please share your location so I can provide the most accurate information? Additionally, do you have any legal documents stating the custody arrangements?
Is this illegal and do I have rights to my daughter because I've never been through Court I've never seen Court a matter of fact I called I've never seen Court a matter of fact I called Friday and requested for my DFS case to be pushed in front of a judge
Hello ****, I understand your concern. To provide correct legal information, could you please specify the state you reside in?
How I learned there was no DFS case what do you need Missouri is my state
Hello ****, in Missouri:
*. Parents usually have first right to custody, unless deemed unfit.
*. At age *, a child's preference may be considered but isn't decisive.
*. If your mother has custody, you should obtain a copy of the court order.
You should consult with a local family law attorney for specifics.
No I have custody of them I gave them my mother a temporary placement agreement through DFS which has not been signed in over 90 days it's been longer than that I know my laws and regulations with my type of form
Hello ****, in Missouri:
*. A temporary placement agreement generally expires after 90 days.
*. If it wasn't renewed, you may regain custody.
*. You might need to go to court to enforce your rights.
Please consult a local family law attorney for specifics.
it's been longer than that I know my laws and regulations with my type of forms
You may want to consult a local attorney to ensure that your rights are protected. Since you mentioned the agreement hasn't been signed in over 90 days, you should review the terms of the temporary placement agreement. Typically, if an agreement has expired, its terms no longer apply.
I have never been to court
Hello ****, in Missouri, if you've never been to court for a custody hearing, it's suggested:
*. Consult a family lawyer.
*. Seek a court order for custody.
*. Prepare to present evidence regarding your fitness as a parent.
Remember, legal advice is situation-specific, so this is general guidance.
I have custody why would I seek order for custody no one else has custody of my children I never signed anything over
Hello ****, in Missouri:
*. Having physical custody doesn't mean you have legal custody.
*. Legal custody gives rights to make decisions about a child's life.
*. If there's no court order, it would provide legal assurance.
*. Consult a family law attorney to help clarify your rights.
I hardly doubt it I wouldn't need to go to court because she never been to court to take custody and prove me as an unfit mother the case has been closed
Hello ****, in Missouri:
*. Even without court involvement, it's good to have legal custody for clarity.
*. Legal custody documents protect your rights as a parent.
*. Consult a family law attorney for advice based on your specific situation.