How can I get full custody of my child?
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How can I get full custody of my child?
I am an unmarried mother who had depression and cutting problems in the past. The father has evidence of my cutting? I’ve been seeing a therapist. Is that enough to be classified as an unfit mother and get my child taken away?
Asked on June 2, 2012 under Family Law, Utah
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
It sounds as if you are back on a good path and what you need to do is to make sure that you have a really good plan in place for staying there. Now, courts like to support both parents having custody of their children but they make the decisions based upon many factors "in the best interest of the child." If you put the child at risk that works against you. Please speak with an attorney as soon as you can. Good luck.
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