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If my nephew were to be taken away from my sister by CPS, would I be able to legally adopt him?

Under the laws of all states in this country the only way a person …

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If my ex-wife has full custody of my sons and just got remarried, does the income of her new husband effect the calculation of child support?

Only the parents are legally obligated to support their child.  Step-parents do not inherit …

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If I'm 14, can I get emancipated?

In order to be deemed an emancipated minor under the laws of all states …

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