Summary
In Michigan, visitation rights are determined by the court based on the childs best interest, parent-child relationship, and child safety. To seek visitation, file a Petition to Establish Parenting Time and a Proposed Parenting Time Order with your local county court. If CPS frequently changes or cancels visits, document each instance and consult a family law attorney. Free legal help is available from organizations like Michigan Legal Help, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, and Michigan Legal Aid.Full Conversation
I have an open cps case
Hello Veronica. Can you please let me know which state you're in? This will help me provide information relevant to your location. Also, could you provide a bit more detail about your CPS case?
Michigan
Hello Veronica, dealing with CPS cases can be complex. In Michigan, some key points to remember are:
- Cooperate with the caseworker.
- You have a right to a court-appointed attorney if you can't afford one.
- You may request a hearing if you disagree with CPS decisions.
If you need more specific information or legal representation, consider consulting a local attorney.
They keep changing my visit ive seen and held my son * time hes 5mos old
Hello Veronica, I understand your distress. In Michigan, you have the right to:
- Ask for a clear visitation schedule.
- Request a review hearing if visitation rights are not being upheld.
You may consider legal advice for better representation in court.
I lost the conversation
I understand, Veronica. Can you please clarify which part of the previous conversation or topic you need more information on regarding your CPS case and visitation rights in Michigan?
Visitation rights
In Michigan, visitation rights are often determined by the court. They consider:
- The best interest of the child
- The relationship between the child and parent
- Safety and welfare of the child
You may consult with a family law attorney for precise guidance.
The process
The process for obtaining visitation rights in Michigan typically involves:
- Filing a petition for visitation rights with the court
- Having a court hearing where you can present evidence to support your petition
- If approved, the court will issue an order granting visitation rights.
Remember to involve a family law attorney in this process for guidance.
What to file
To seek visitation rights in Michigan, you typically need to file:
- A Petition to Establish Parenting Time.
- A Proposed Parenting Time Order.
These documents should be submitted to your local county court. Consult with a legal professional for more specific advice.
Cps keeps changing my visits or canceling them
I'm sorry to hear that. If CPS is changing or cancelling your visits frequently, it may be best to:
- Document each instance
- Consult with your attorney
- Ultimately, you may need to raise this issue in court.
Please note that CPS usually has a valid reason for any changes.
Ive seen my son * time hes 5mos old
I'm sorry to hear that, Veronica. It's crucial to understand that in Michigan, the court is inclined to allow visitation unless it is in the child's best interest not to. If you feel your rights are being violated, it would be best to:
- Document each cancellation.
- Discuss with a family law attorney.
- Possibly bring the issue before the court.
I need help finding a free lawyer
In Michigan, you can seek free legal help from organizations like:
- Michigan Legal Help: Offers free legal advice online.
- Legal Services of South Central Michigan: Provides free legal aid to eligible individuals.
- Michigan Legal Aid: Offers free legal services.
These organizations can assist you with your CPS case and visitation rights issues.
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