Suboxone And Custody Concerns

Summary

In Virginia, being on Suboxone as part of a treatment program is generally compliant with sobriety requirements, while marijuana use is not. Failing drug screens for non-prescribed Suboxone and marijuana can impact a CPS case. Compliance with DSS requirements is crucial for custody decisions, and non-compliance can negatively affect custody and visitation rights. Documenting compliance, sobriety, and any disruptions, such as caseworker changes, can strengthen your case. Consider consulting with an attorney for personalized guidance.

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Thank you for providing that information. Could you please specify the particular situation or case you are concerned about? This will help me provide you with more accurate and relevant legal information.
My ex is got an open CPS case with dept of social services and is failing drug screens for weed and suboxone
In Virginia, failing drug screens for marijuana and Suboxone (if not prescribed and part of a treatment program) can negatively impact a CPS case.
- Marijuana use is not considered sober.
- Non-prescribed Suboxone failure is concerning.
Would you like information on potential legal consequences or steps to address this issue?
Suboxone makes my ex act as if he is on opioids
In Virginia, if Suboxone is causing behavior similar to opioid use, it may concern the court, especially if it's not prescribed and part of a treatment program.
- Ensure your ex's Suboxone use is medically supervised.
- Consider gathering evidence of this impact on behavior.
Would you like information on how to present this to the court?
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To present this to the court in Virginia:
- Obtain medical records proving Suboxone is not prescribed or part of a treatment program.
- Document instances where behavior under Suboxone use resembles opioid use.
- Gather witness statements or other evidence of the impact on behavior.
Would you like information on preparing these documents for court submission?
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To prepare these documents for court submission in Virginia:
- Gather and organize medical records showing Suboxone is not prescribed or part of a treatment program.
- Document instances of behavior resembling opioid use while on Suboxone.
- Collect witness statements or affidavits detailing the behavior observed.
Would you like guidance on where to submit these documents in your area?
With parents one with an open dss case and not complied with their list and one with a closed dss case and fully complied who would get custody?
In Virginia, the court typically favors the parent who has fully complied with DSS requirements and has a closed case.
- Fully compliant parent with closed DSS case is preferred.
- Open DSS case with non-compliance can negatively impact custody decisions.
Would you like information on the nearest juvenile and domestic relations court?
In Virginia once you have completed dss list of services to comply with is the case closed?
In Virginia, once you have fully complied with the Department of Social Services (DSS) list of services and requirements, the case is generally closed.
- Full compliance typically leads to case closure.
- Ensure all required documentation is submitted.
Would you like information on how to confirm your case closure status with DSS?
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To confirm your case closure status with DSS in Virginia:
- Contact your local DSS office to verify compliance and case status.
- Ensure all required documentation has been submitted and processed.
- Request written confirmation of case closure from DSS.
Would you like the contact information for your local DSS office?
In Virginia can the judge in juvenile and domestic court tell when a parent is a narcissist
In Virginia, judges in juvenile and domestic relations courts focus on the best interests of the child. They may consider behavior indicative of narcissism if it impacts parenting.
- Evidence of harmful behaviors can be presented.
- Expert testimony (e.g., psychologists) may be needed.
Would you like guidance on gathering evidence or finding an expert?
The GAL representing my 4 year old in a custody visitation case is saying that the temp custody order with great grandparent be extended till mid march and I will have 12 month clean and sober time im agency’s terms and have complied fully with requirements from dss. That’s not even 2 months away why is that what the court would want?
In Virginia, the court prioritizes the child's best interests and stability. The temporary custody extension allows time to ensure your sustained sobriety and compliance.
- Stability and consistency are crucial for the child.
- Demonstrating long-term sobriety is essential for custody decisions.
Would you like information on how to document your compliance and sobriety effectively?
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To effectively document your compliance and sobriety in Virginia:
- **Maintain Detailed Records**: Keep a log of your sobriety milestones, including dates and any support meetings attended.
- **Gather Supporting Documents**: Collect letters or reports from treatment programs, counselors, or support groups confirming your participation and progress.
- **Submit Clean Drug Screens**: Regularly take drug tests and keep records of the results to show continuous sobriety.
Would you like information on how to present this documentation to the court?
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To present your documentation to the court in Virginia:
- **Organize Your Evidence**: Assemble all your records, including logs of sobriety milestones, letters from counselors, and clean drug screens.
- **Create a Summary**: Write a clear summary outlining your compliance and progress.
- **Submit to the Court**: File these documents with the juvenile and domestic relations court handling your case.
Would you like guidance on contacting your local court for submission details?
What if my ex has not complied with all dss requirements?
In Virginia, if your ex has not complied with all DSS requirements, it can negatively impact their custody and visitation rights.
- Non-compliance can show lack of stability or commitment.
- The court prioritizes the child's best interests and stability.
- Your compliance and sobriety can strengthen your case.
Would you like guidance on documenting your ex's non-compliance?
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To document your ex's non-compliance with DSS requirements in Virginia:
- **Obtain DSS Reports**: Request documentation from DSS detailing your ex's non-compliance.
- **Document Specific Instances**: Keep a detailed record of instances where your ex failed to comply.
- **Gather Witness Statements**: Collect statements from individuals who can attest to the non-compliance.
Would you like information on how to present this evidence to the court?
Dss won’t tell me anything about my exs case with them regarding our child. Is that legal?
In Virginia, DSS may not disclose details about your ex's case due to privacy laws and confidentiality.
- DSS protects the privacy of individuals involved in their cases.
- Information is generally shared with those directly involved or with legal authority.
Would you like information on how to request relevant information through legal means?
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To request relevant information about your ex's DSS case in Virginia through legal means:
- **Consult with Your Attorney**: Your lawyer can file a motion to access necessary information for your custody case.
- **Subpoena Documents**: Your attorney may subpoena DSS records if they are critical to your case.
- **Request a Court Order**: A judge can order the release of specific information if it impacts your child's best interests.
Would you like guidance on contacting a legal aid service for further assistance?
Since I have complied fully with dss requirements and my ex has not would I get custody and he and his grandparents get visitation?
In Virginia, the court tends to favor the parent who has fully complied with DSS requirements. Your compliance strengthens your custody case, while your ex's non-compliance may lead to limited visitation rights.
- Full compliance with DSS is crucial.
- Non-compliance can negatively impact custody decisions.
- The child's best interests and stability are paramount.
Would you like information on how to document your compliance and present it to the court?
A week before court the GAL told me he had not gotten and documentation from dss about my ex and his progress in complying with requirements and still had not visited his home. Would that benifit me?
In Virginia, the lack of documentation and home visits regarding your ex's compliance can potentially benefit your case. It suggests incomplete monitoring and assessment by DSS, possibly reflecting negatively on your ex's progress.
- Lack of documentation can indicate non-compliance.
- Incomplete assessments may be seen as a lack of stability.
Would you like information on how to present this to the court?
What about if the worker for dss that we had first during this got fired and then we had another caseworker come in halfway? Can that help at all?
In Virginia, if a DSS caseworker change occurred midway due to the original worker being fired, it could potentially impact the assessment of your ex's compliance.
- **Transition Issues**: Highlight any inconsistencies or delays caused by the transition.
- **Incomplete Records**: Emphasize any gaps in documentation or monitoring.
Would you like guidance on how to document these issues for the court?
The worker on my care that is closed bc of compliance requirements completed. I had the first worker who got fired and have another worker than got assigned to me case about 6 months ago.
Could you please clarify your current concern or question regarding your case, given the change in DSS workers? This will help me provide more specific guidance.
Does the fact that my first casework in regards to my case got fired and I had to have a new caseworker halfway through benifit me at All I n court
In Virginia, the change in DSS caseworkers could potentially benefit your case if it led to inconsistencies or delays in monitoring and documentation.
- Highlight any disruption caused by the transition.
- Emphasize gaps or delays in your case documentation.
Would you like guidance on how to present this information to the court?