Denying Visitation And Communication Rights

Summary

In Michigan, you have sole physical custody and can deny visitation if theres no court order. If the father is incarcerated or poses a threat, you can petition the court to modify custody or visitation. Severing parental rights requires significant evidence. You can block him from texting or messaging you, but consider using a neutral platform for necessary communication about the child. Consult a local family law attorney for personalized advice.

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Hi I have a question. My son is * we went to court once when he was 6 months old probably. My paper says I have sole physical custody and then says we have parties have joint legal custody then says * overnights and and other times as parties agree. So I have custody and I don't have to allow him over here to see his son I can tell him no and go to court if he don't like it? Also he did tell me he was going to come take the child and not bring him back until a court case can he do that? He's in jail right as of yesterday he isn't a good influence tells the child weird storys so I don't want him around the child I didn't file because I have my son since hes been born he's never been at his dad's. I just want to make sure i can't get in trouble if I tell him no he can't come over.
Hello ****, I understand your concern. Could you please tell me the state where you reside in order to provide accurate information?
Michigan
In Michigan:
*. Sole physical custody means the child lives primarily with you.
*. Joint legal custody means both parents have a say in major decisions.
*. If there's no court order for visitation, you can legally deny it.
*. He can't take the child without your consent or court order.

If you feel threatened, consider seeking a court's protection order.
Ok so I'm fine and can't get in trouble and can tell him he can go to court for visitation? The father is disability has a mind of a 12yr old he's now in jail as of yesterday for aggravated assault I believe it was called against his daughter if he's in jail and does time can I have his rights removed?
In Michigan:
*. You can petition the court to modify custody or visitation based on changes in circumstances.
*. Abuse or incarceration can be considered such changes.
*. Severing parental rights needs significant evidence proving it's in the child's best interest.
Consider contacting a local family law attorney for advice.
Ok he went to jail yesterday not sure how long he's going to get but even if it's couple days it was aggravating assault had a weapon can I denie visitation and tell him now he has to go to court to get this handled?
In Michigan:
*. You can deny visitation if there's no court order for it.
*. You can request the court to modify custody or visitation due to changes in circumstances.
*. His criminal charges may influence the court's decision.
Always consult a family law attorney to understand your options.
It just says I have sole physical custody and we have joint legal custody and says * over nights unless we agree and other times as we agree so I'm fine with denieing it that's all i want to make sure on
In Michigan:
*. If the order states zero overnights unless agreed upon, you can deny overnights.
*. Your joint legal custody does not require you to agree on visitation times.
*. Consult a lawyer for further clarification.
Ok thanks
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions in the future, feel free to ask. Remember, it's always a good idea to consult with a family law attorney in your area for specific advice.
I know I can denie over nights but then it says and other times as the parties agree would that mean if he wanted to come over and I tell him no?
In Michigan, if your court order states "other times as the parties agree," it means you both have to agree on additional visitation. If you don't agree, he can't force the visitation. Always consult a lawyer for detailed advice.
Ok got it I will thanks
You're welcome, ****. If you have any other questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Always consult with a local attorney for advice specific to your circumstances.
I have a question regarding texts messages I forgot to ask about can I block him from texting or messaging me when he's asked not to and keeps on? If he ask about his child do I have to answer thoughs? There's times he will blow my messages up with other things.
In Michigan:
*. You can block someone from texting or messaging you.
*. If communication about your child is necessary, consider using a neutral platform.
*. If he continues to harass you, consider seeking a protection order from court.
Always consult with a local attorney for advice specific to your circumstances.
Even if I have his child I can block it? When it comes to child he say how's little man doing but it's always on Facebook messenger or texting I have asked him to stop and lock him he says I can't bc there's a child involved?
In Michigan, you can block someone from contacting you, even if they're the child's parent. If he insists on updates about the child, consider a neutral platform for communication. If he continues to harass you, a court protection order may be an option. Always consult with a local attorney for advice specific to your circumstances.
What's a neutral platform?
A neutral platform is a third-party communication tool used to facilitate conversations between parties in conflict, such as parents who are co-parenting. It allows for communication about the child while minimizing personal conflict. Examples include "Talking Parents" or "OurFamilyWizard". Consult with a local attorney for more options.