Child Custody Appeal Guidance

Summary

In Alabama, you have 42 days to file an appeal after a final judgment in a child custody case. Evidence such as police reports and videos can impact custody decisions. Non-compliance with court orders, like parenting classes, can also be considered. For legal representation, contact the Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 392-5660.

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Yes, I'm looking for some to help me with an child custody appeals i am in Opelika, Alabama i went to court July *, * and i was not please with the ruling. I have evidence i need someone to look at i just need help.
What type of evidence do you have for your child custody appeal?

General Information:
- In Alabama, you have 42 days to file an appeal after the final judgment.
- Lee County Courthouse, * Gateway Dr, Opelika, AL *, (*) *-*.
I have police reports, i have my young children holding guns as in glocks age * at the time 13yrs old now and my 16yr old and more.
Who was supervising your children when they were holding the guns?

General Information:
- In Alabama, it's illegal for a minor to possess a handgun, unless under adult supervision for lawful purposes.
The father had got out of his truck and my 13yr old decided he wanted to do a selfie and recorded himself. And my 16yr old had one with an laser beam on it. And Dad laughed i didn't think it was funny at all.
Did you report this incident to the police?
General Information:
- In Alabama, reckless endangerment is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to a year in jail.
The Judge didn't do anything about it. People are loosing their children every day due to GUN volience.
Did you provide the police reports and the video evidence during your initial custody hearing?

General Information:
- Evidence of reckless endangerment can impact custody decisions in Alabama.
Yes, the dad told the Judge those are b.b. guns. The sheriff said let me see that picture he said no way that's a B.B. GUN!
Did the judge give any reason for disregarding the evidence you presented?

General Information:
- Judges in Alabama are required to consider all relevant evidence in child custody cases.
NO
What steps have you taken since the judge's decision?
THE CHILDREN FATHER HAS AN ATTORNEY AND I'M STEADY GETTING LETTERS. HE TRYING TO GET OUT OF PAYING CHILD SUPPORT. HE DOESN'T WANT MY CHILDREN TO HAVE AN RELATIONSHIP WITH ME/ HE'S HAD IT IN FOR ME BECAUSE I LEFT AN ABUSIVE/VIOLENT RELATIONSHIP. HE TOLD MY CHILDREN THAT THEY DOESN'T HAS TO LISTEN AND DO WHAT I TELL THEM. I'VE BEEN FILING MOTIONS. HE HAS AN ATTORNEY I DON'T. I NEED SOME HELP.
What kind of motions have you been filing and have you considered getting legal representation?

General Information:
- Alabama Legal Services Program provides free legal help to low-income individuals. Call (*) *-*.
I CALL AND WAS TOLD THAT IF IT WASN'T DOMESTIC SITUATION THEY COULD NOT HELP. MOTION WHEN HE DOESN'T RETURN MY CHILD THE 13YR OLD, BECAUSE HE TOLD MY 16YR OLD HE DIDN'T HAVE TO COME AND HE WASN'T GOING TO MAKE HIM COME.
What was the response from the court regarding your motion about your ex not returning your *-year-old child?

General Information:
- Non-compliance with custody orders can lead to legal consequences in Alabama.
THE JUDGE ISN'T DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THIS I TOOK MY PARENTING CLASS MONTHS AGO ANF HAVE THE CERTIFICATE LIKE WE WAS ORDER. HE DIDN'T TAKE HIS CLASS. THE COURTS HAS NOT ANYTHING NOT EVEN LISTEN TO ME I HAVE A STACK OF PAPERS AND EVIDENCE.
What type of parenting class was ordered by the court and what was the purpose of it?
CO- PARENTING THE JUDGE ORDERED THAT WE TAKE THE CLASS. IT WAS AN 4HR ZOOM.
Did the other parent complete the co-parenting class as ordered by the court?

General Information:
- Non-compliance with court-ordered parenting classes can be considered in custody decisions in Alabama.
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What does the "$*" refer to in this context?
THE CLASSES WAS $*. THE OTHER PARENT STILL HAD NOT TAKEN THE CLASS WHEN WE WENT TO COURT ON JULY *, *
Explanation:

General Information:
- Non-compliance with court-ordered parenting classes can negatively impact custody decisions in Alabama.
I NEED HELP PLEASE!
What specific help are you seeking at this moment?
AN ATTORNEY
General Information:
- Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service can help you find an attorney. Call (*) *-*.