Custody Dispute Resolution Steps

Summary

If a custody agreement is violated in Indiana, the aggrieved party can file a petition to enforce visitation rights. Document interactions and maintain communication. Law enforcement typically views custody disputes as civil matters. Seek mediation or consult a family lawyer for specific advice.

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My daughters father (non custodial) is threatening to call lawyer enforcement on me because he claims i am denying him his time, we are on christmas vacation
Hello ****, to provide the most accurate advice, I need to know the location where the custody agreement was made. Could you please provide that?
Indiana
In Indiana, if a custody agreement is violated, the aggrieved party can file a petition to enforce visitation rights. It's recommended to keep a log of each denied visitation. Remember, legal advice is specific to each case and you may need to consult a lawyer.
The Christmas vacation shall be defined as beginning on the last day of school and ending the last day before school begins again. Absent agreement of the parties, the first half of the period will begin at *:* P.M. the day the child is released from school. The second half of the period will end at *:* P.M. on the day before school begins again. Each party will receive one half (*/*) of the total days of the Christmas vacation, on an alternating basis as follows: *. In even numbered years, the custodial parent shall have the first one half (*/*) of the Christmas vacation and noncustodial parent shall have the second one half (*/*) of the Christmas vacation. *. In odd numbered years, the noncustodial parent shall have the first one half (*/*) of the Christmas vacation and custodial parent shall have the second one half (*/*) of the Christmas vacation
Based on your agreement, it appears you are not violating the terms. However, if there's still a dispute, you may:
• Seek mediation
• Consult a family lawyer
• Consider filing a petition for clarification in the Indiana courts.
Remember, each case is unique and requires specific legal advice.
I am the custodial parebt
Hello ****, as the custodial parent, it's important to stick to the agreement. If there's a violation claim:
• Document interactions and issues.
• Maintain communication with the non-custodial parent.
• Consult a family lawyer if necessary.
Remember, each case is unique, so it's advisable to seek specific legal advice.
Will law enforcement tell him its a civil matter
Yes, law enforcement typically considers custody disputes as civil matters, not criminal. They might advise him to seek resolution through the court or a mediator. However, this could vary based on specific circumstances or local policies.