Can A Mother Lose Custody Of Her Child?
Losing custody of your children during a tumultuous battle is a heart-wrenching experience for any parent. While many believe that there is a bias protecting a mother’s ability to maintain custody of her child, this is not true. Certain misconduct by any parent may cause them to lose custody of their child. At Flowers Law Group, P.C., we understand that child custody can be a stressful undertaking. Continue reading to learn more about how a mother can lose custody of her child.
Can A Mother Lose Custody Of Her Child?
While you may have already gone to court and determined custody agreements for your child, there are some situations where you still might lose custody. Sometimes mistakes happen, and no parent is perfect. However, an unfit parent surpasses minor mistakes. An unfit parent is one who, through their conduct, fails to provide proper care, support, or guidance. If you are the non-custodial parent and the mother is an unfit custodial parent, you may believe gaining custody will be challenging. However, there are ways to convince the court to modify custody privileges. Here are some of the reasons why a mother can lose custody of their child:
- Abuse – As a parent, you have a duty to protect your child. Physical, verbal, or mental abuse are legal bases for a mother to lose custody. Reporting this type of abuse to law enforcement could revoke their custody.
- Neglect – No parent is perfect, but there is a significant difference between making a mistake and consistent neglect. Severe neglect that endangers the child’s wellbeing, health, or safety is unacceptable. If a mother neglects her child in a way that leaves them without shelter, clothes, food, or education, she will lose custody.
- Violation of Court Order – Court order violations are another form of misconduct. This can involve consistently violating the parenting plan or refusing to allow the child to spend time with their father.
If you have the ability to expose the mother’s misconduct in court, you can make positive changes in your child’s life. Flowers Law Group, P.C. is experienced in the area of family law and will help protect your child’s best interests.
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If you believe that your co-parent is unfit to care for your child properly and would like to seek custody, Flowers Law Group, P.C. is here to help. Our team will fight to protect your rights to custody. Be sure to contact us today to learn more and request a consultation.
