Ex Parte Filing Guide

Summary

Your grandmother can file for an ex parte order in California for urgent matters, demonstrating immediate harm or risk. Emotional abuse and medical neglect are serious but may not be considered immediate danger unless theres a threat of physical harm. If threatened, report to the police and consult a family law attorney. You can inquire about lawyer fees during an initial consultation and may qualify for legal aid or reduced-cost services by showing proof of income. Contact the Legal Aid Society of San Diego or California Legal Services for more information.

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Can my grandma file for an ex parte?
Yes, your grandmother can file for an ex parte order in California.
- This is typically used for urgent matters.
- She must demonstrate immediate harm or risk.
- The judge will make a decision based on the information provided.
I'm not in immediate danger i don't think i get emotionally abused a lot over here and my dad medically neglects me he works * hours a day
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are steps your grandmother can take:
- File a Child Abuse Report with California Child Protective Services.
- Consult a family law attorney for a custody order.
- Emotional abuse and medical neglect are serious issues. If you're in immediate danger, call *.
What is considered immediate danger? And can she get an ex parte for emotional abuse and medical neglect?
Immediate danger typically refers to situations where there's a threat of physical harm. Emotional abuse and medical neglect can be severe, but may not be considered immediate danger. For ex-parte, a judge would typically seek some evidence of physical harm or immediate risk. Please consult a family law attorney for advice tailored to your situation.
I'm always worried about my dad hitting me does that count? Je threatenes to hit me a lot and i have old text from about 3 years ago of him threatening to hit me
I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling threatened. If there are threats of physical violence, that can be considered immediate danger. You should:
- Report to the police
- Keep any evidence of threats
- Consult a family law attorney
Stay safe and remember, you don't have to face this alone.
Can i call a lawyer and ask how much they will cost?
Yes, it's completely acceptable to inquire about a lawyer's fees during an initial consultation. Fees can vary based on factors like experience, location, and complexity of the case. You may also qualify for free or reduced-cost legal aid in California.
How do i get that? My grandma makes decent money but she likes to monitor it and lawyers can be expensive
To qualify for legal aid or reduced-cost services, you typically need to show proof of income. In California, you can contact the Legal Aid Society of San Diego or the California Legal Services website for more information. They can guide you on this process.