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Child Custody Court Preparation
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In Oregon, to prepare for a child custody court case, gather evidence such as videos, photos, emails, and medical records. Prepare a witness list and notify the other party to ensure compliance with court rules. Consider expert testimony on childrens emotional impacts and mental abuse effects. Ensure video evidence is in the correct format and properly labeled. Subpoena experts or witnesses if necessary. Follow court procedures to avoid exclusion of evidence or witnesses.Full Conversation
hi, so i have a family court case ive been fighting this for 7 years finally last year the judge after we had trial wrote an opinion letter stating the father was not trying to copartent and didnt care about the childens emotional abuse he has caused or is causing, awarding me full custody, in the 6 months following the father filed a protective order the judge denied, then again filled another one 6 months later so he removed the kids from school a month early and has had them for 6 months waiting for our court date, he filed a motion for modification of custody asking for custody of the kids refusing to allow any parenting time with me, sense hes had them the kids have gone to the drs for multiple anxiety ,one child went via ambulance after having anxiety and passed out, shes been to the drs for thinking her rib was broken, for a concusion and multiple other things and when she went the father had his girfriend claim to be me in the medical records. the kids now say they hate me . we have court coming up and i need to be able to relay to the judge the behavor he showed before is the same hes always done, i n the last 7 years hes repeatedly filed for protective orders to ensure the kids wont have time with me, he conviences the kids of horrible things hes lied to them and the courts
Hi Kylie,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To help you effectively, can you please clarify whether you have documented evidence of the father's behavior and the medical issues the children have faced while in his care? This documentation will be crucial for your upcoming court date.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To help you effectively, can you please clarify whether you have documented evidence of the father's behavior and the medical issues the children have faced while in his care? This documentation will be crucial for your upcoming court date.
yes i have their medical records, and comments made at the drs office. a year prior to me getting thenm he took one child in claiming anxiety stating its typicaally when they talk about her mom then while i had them the anxiety isnt talked about at all in anuy of the appointmemts until they are removed from me and have no contact once agian
Hi Kylie,
Here are some general steps you can take to prepare for your upcoming court date:
- **Documentation**: Gather all medical records, notes, and any other documentation showing the children's medical visits and anxiety issues while in the father's care.
- **Evidence of Misrepresentation**: Collect evidence that the father’s girlfriend pretended to be you during medical visits.
- **Historical Evidence**: Compile records of past protective orders filed by the father and any evidence showing his pattern of behavior.
Do you have legal representation for your upcoming court date?
Here are some general steps you can take to prepare for your upcoming court date:
- **Documentation**: Gather all medical records, notes, and any other documentation showing the children's medical visits and anxiety issues while in the father's care.
- **Evidence of Misrepresentation**: Collect evidence that the father’s girlfriend pretended to be you during medical visits.
- **Historical Evidence**: Compile records of past protective orders filed by the father and any evidence showing his pattern of behavior.
Do you have legal representation for your upcoming court date?
no ive represebted my self, the only thing is the protective order that is inplace because he lied , also when i had them he would show up and take them on my time and not tell me leaving me to have o callthe police multiple times he had an attorney but she let her self go from his case a few days ago.
Hi Kylie,
Thank you for sharing more details. Here are some general steps you can take to address the protective order and your custody case:
- **Document Violations**: Record instances when the father took the children on your time.
- **Police Reports**: Gather any police reports from when you called them.
- **Witness Statements**: Collect statements from anyone who witnessed the father's behavior.
Would you like more information on how to present this evidence effectively in court?
Thank you for sharing more details. Here are some general steps you can take to address the protective order and your custody case:
- **Document Violations**: Record instances when the father took the children on your time.
- **Police Reports**: Gather any police reports from when you called them.
- **Witness Statements**: Collect statements from anyone who witnessed the father's behavior.
Would you like more information on how to present this evidence effectively in court?
yes please and how do i summit a video for evidence
Hi Kylie,
Here are some general steps for submitting video evidence in Washington:
- **Format Compliance**: Ensure the video is in a format accepted by the court (e.g., MP4, DVD).
- **Labeling**: Clearly label the video with case details (case number, your name, and date).
- **Authenticity**: Prepare a statement authenticating the video (how it was recorded, who recorded it, etc.).
- **Notice**: Provide a copy to the other party (or their attorney) before the court date.
- **Filing**: Submit the video and any accompanying documents to the court clerk.
Would you like more details on preparing your video evidence?
Here are some general steps for submitting video evidence in Washington:
- **Format Compliance**: Ensure the video is in a format accepted by the court (e.g., MP4, DVD).
- **Labeling**: Clearly label the video with case details (case number, your name, and date).
- **Authenticity**: Prepare a statement authenticating the video (how it was recorded, who recorded it, etc.).
- **Notice**: Provide a copy to the other party (or their attorney) before the court date.
- **Filing**: Submit the video and any accompanying documents to the court clerk.
Would you like more details on preparing your video evidence?
im in oregon
Hi Kylie,
Thank you for clarifying your location. Here are some general steps for submitting video evidence in Oregon:
- **Format Compliance**: Ensure the video is in a format accepted by the court (e.g., MP4, DVD).
- **Labeling**: Clearly label the video with case details (case number, your name, and date).
- **Authenticity**: Prepare a statement authenticating the video (how it was recorded, who recorded it, etc.).
- **Notice**: Provide a copy to the other party (or their attorney) before the court date.
- **Filing**: Submit the video and any accompanying documents to the court clerk.
Would you like more details on preparing your video evidence?
Thank you for clarifying your location. Here are some general steps for submitting video evidence in Oregon:
- **Format Compliance**: Ensure the video is in a format accepted by the court (e.g., MP4, DVD).
- **Labeling**: Clearly label the video with case details (case number, your name, and date).
- **Authenticity**: Prepare a statement authenticating the video (how it was recorded, who recorded it, etc.).
- **Notice**: Provide a copy to the other party (or their attorney) before the court date.
- **Filing**: Submit the video and any accompanying documents to the court clerk.
Would you like more details on preparing your video evidence?
yes
Hi Kylie,
Here are more details on preparing your video evidence:
- **Affidavit**: Create an affidavit stating the video's authenticity, including who recorded it, when, and where.
- **Chain of Custody**: Maintain a record of who has handled the video since it was recorded.
- **Transcription**: Provide a written transcription of the video to facilitate the court's review.
- **Court Rules**: Check the specific court rules for any additional requirements on video evidence submission.
Would you like information on the nearest court in Washington for submitting your evidence?
Here are more details on preparing your video evidence:
- **Affidavit**: Create an affidavit stating the video's authenticity, including who recorded it, when, and where.
- **Chain of Custody**: Maintain a record of who has handled the video since it was recorded.
- **Transcription**: Provide a written transcription of the video to facilitate the court's review.
- **Court Rules**: Check the specific court rules for any additional requirements on video evidence submission.
Would you like information on the nearest court in Washington for submitting your evidence?
the father claims the kids are scared of me which i have so videos and texts to prpve they arent
Hi Kylie,
Here are some general steps you can take to address the father's claims:
- **Gather Evidence**: Collect all videos and text messages showing the children are not scared of you.
- **Prepare Affidavit**: Create an affidavit authenticating the videos and texts.
- **Submit Evidence**: Ensure you follow court rules for submitting electronic evidence.
Would you like information on the nearest court in Washington for submitting your evidence?
Here are some general steps you can take to address the father's claims:
- **Gather Evidence**: Collect all videos and text messages showing the children are not scared of you.
- **Prepare Affidavit**: Create an affidavit authenticating the videos and texts.
- **Submit Evidence**: Ensure you follow court rules for submitting electronic evidence.
Would you like information on the nearest court in Washington for submitting your evidence?
can you help me make a list of things i need to have to prepare, like videos and pictures proof of his behavior emails between the teacher and i medical records what about like objecction cheatsheets for court
Hi Kylie,
Here is a list of things you might need to prepare for your court date:
- **Videos and Photos**: Proof of the father's behavior and the children's reactions.
- **Emails and Correspondence**: Between you and the teacher.
- **Medical Records**: Documenting the children’s medical visits and issues.
- **Police Reports**: For any incidents involving the father taking the children.
- **Witness Statements**: From people who witnessed the father's behavior.
- **Affidavits**: Authenticating your evidence (videos, texts, etc.).
- **Transcriptions**: For any video evidence.
- **Objection Cheat Sheets**: Common objections and their responses.
Would you like more details on preparing any specific type of evidence?
Here is a list of things you might need to prepare for your court date:
- **Videos and Photos**: Proof of the father's behavior and the children's reactions.
- **Emails and Correspondence**: Between you and the teacher.
- **Medical Records**: Documenting the children’s medical visits and issues.
- **Police Reports**: For any incidents involving the father taking the children.
- **Witness Statements**: From people who witnessed the father's behavior.
- **Affidavits**: Authenticating your evidence (videos, texts, etc.).
- **Transcriptions**: For any video evidence.
- **Objection Cheat Sheets**: Common objections and their responses.
Would you like more details on preparing any specific type of evidence?
what about a witness list
Hi Kylie,
When preparing a witness list for your court case in Washington, consider the following steps:
- **Identification**: List each witness's full name and contact information.
- **Relevance**: Briefly describe what each witness will testify about (e.g., specific incidents, behaviors, or observations).
- **Availability**: Ensure each witness is available on the court date and willing to testify.
Would you like more details on preparing the witness testimonies?
When preparing a witness list for your court case in Washington, consider the following steps:
- **Identification**: List each witness's full name and contact information.
- **Relevance**: Briefly describe what each witness will testify about (e.g., specific incidents, behaviors, or observations).
- **Availability**: Ensure each witness is available on the court date and willing to testify.
Would you like more details on preparing the witness testimonies?
do you have to noticy the other party>
Hi Kylie,
Yes, you generally need to notify the other party of your witness list. Here are some general steps:
- **List Preparation**: Prepare a comprehensive witness list.
- **Notice**: Provide the list to the other party (or their attorney) before the court date.
- **Court Rules**: Follow any specific court rules on how and when to notify the other party.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
Yes, you generally need to notify the other party of your witness list. Here are some general steps:
- **List Preparation**: Prepare a comprehensive witness list.
- **Notice**: Provide the list to the other party (or their attorney) before the court date.
- **Court Rules**: Follow any specific court rules on how and when to notify the other party.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
what if you dont provide the list
Hi Kylie,
If you do not provide the witness list to the other party, the court may exclude your witnesses from testifying. It's crucial to follow court rules and deadlines for submitting witness lists to ensure your witnesses can support your case.
Would you like more information on court rules for witness lists in Washington?
If you do not provide the witness list to the other party, the court may exclude your witnesses from testifying. It's crucial to follow court rules and deadlines for submitting witness lists to ensure your witnesses can support your case.
Would you like more information on court rules for witness lists in Washington?
do you know how i can get a witness on childens emotional impacts to testify
Hi Kylie,
To get a witness to testify about children's emotional impacts in Washington, consider the following steps:
- **Identify an Expert**: Find a child psychologist or therapist who has evaluated your children.
- **Request a Report**: Ask the expert to prepare a detailed report on the children's emotional state.
- **Subpoena**: Issue a subpoena to the expert to ensure their presence in court.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
To get a witness to testify about children's emotional impacts in Washington, consider the following steps:
- **Identify an Expert**: Find a child psychologist or therapist who has evaluated your children.
- **Request a Report**: Ask the expert to prepare a detailed report on the children's emotional state.
- **Subpoena**: Issue a subpoena to the expert to ensure their presence in court.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
what about one to just speak about in general
Hi Kylie,
To have a general witness testify about the children's emotional impacts, consider these steps:
- **Identify a Witness**: Find someone familiar with the children's behavior, such as a teacher or family member.
- **Prepare**: Ask them to prepare specific observations and examples.
- **Subpoena**: Issue a subpoena to ensure their presence in court.
Would you like more information on issuing a subpoena in Washington?
To have a general witness testify about the children's emotional impacts, consider these steps:
- **Identify a Witness**: Find someone familiar with the children's behavior, such as a teacher or family member.
- **Prepare**: Ask them to prepare specific observations and examples.
- **Subpoena**: Issue a subpoena to ensure their presence in court.
Would you like more information on issuing a subpoena in Washington?
what about someone to speak about the effects that mental abuse causes or anxiety being passed from parent to child or gatekeepin
Hi Kylie,
To have an expert testify about the general effects of mental abuse or anxiety being passed from parent to child in Washington, consider these steps:
- **Identify an Expert**: Look for a child psychologist, therapist, or social worker with expertise in child mental health.
- **Request Testimony**: Contact the expert to discuss your case and request their testimony.
- **Subpoena**: Issue a subpoena to ensure their presence in court.
Would you like more details on finding an expert or issuing a subpoena?
To have an expert testify about the general effects of mental abuse or anxiety being passed from parent to child in Washington, consider these steps:
- **Identify an Expert**: Look for a child psychologist, therapist, or social worker with expertise in child mental health.
- **Request Testimony**: Contact the expert to discuss your case and request their testimony.
- **Subpoena**: Issue a subpoena to ensure their presence in court.
Would you like more details on finding an expert or issuing a subpoena?
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