Judge Jails Two Teens for Refusing to Spend Time with Dad
Physical and mental health risks aside, it’s important to note that neither boy committed a crime in Ohio. Criminalizing teens who avoid their parents doesn’t help families bond.
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‘Operation Pay Up’ Arrests Dads Whether They’re Delinquent on Child Support or Not
Operation Pay Up claims to target parents who are willfully behind on child support payments, but it doesn’t live up to that promise. Get fathers’ rights news right in your inbox!
In Texas, Dad Battles Mom’s Former Boyfriend for Custody of 4 Year Old Girl
When this dad’s ex-wife died, her live-in boyfriend of 10 months filed for custody and won overnight visitation with the dad’s 4-year-old daughter. Now, he’s fighting alongside the state of Texas to get the man out of her life.
Dads Could Pay Support for Unborn Children Thanks to New Bill
Republican lawmakers across the country want to use prenatal DNA testing to assign child support before a child is born. Here’s how to fight the Unborn Child Support Act.
Grieving Dad Who Was Jailed for Criticizing the Courts Is Freed by Jury Trial
A Michigan father was jailed for calling out a corrupt legal system. Now a jury says he had the right. How does Facebook factor in to your custody case?
Wisconsin Woman Jailed for Taking Hit Out on Child’s Father
Women are just as likely as men to take out a hit on an ex. Fortunately, the contracts are rarely completed. The reason why was a nasty surprise for one Wisconsin mom.
Illinois ‘Equal Parenting Time’ Bill Sees Major Opposition Second Year in a Row
There is clear scientific evidence that a need for legal guidance exists if children are to have equal time with their mothers and fathers. Learn how you can help children get the parenting time they deserve in Illinois.
Biological Father Awarded Parenting Rights in California Case Recognizing Three Parents
On Tuesday, Nov. 13, California’s Third District Court of Appeal found in favor of a biological father (known as C.A.) who now shares parenting rights with a married woman and her husband.
Supreme Court of India Says Fathers Can Remarry and Retain Custody
The Supreme Court of India says parents can remarry without risking custody.
Proposed Parenting Time Rule Changes in Japan Could Spell Good News for Single Fathers
Custody and parenting time is handled differently in Japan than it is in the West, though new rules could change things. Efforts are aimed at making child exchanges easier and more enforceable.