My child’s father texted me saying his girlfriend, who he lives with, tried to harm herself, and now he’s being admitted for his own mental health issues. He’s suddenly seeking full custody after not being involved much before. We have a court conference soon, but my child is supposed to visit him soon after. Can I use this text to ask for urgent custody?
It sounds like a challenging circumstance. I would advise consulting with your attorney before the next court meeting, given the father’s unexpected request for custody and his GIRLFRIEND’s recent mental health crisis who he lives with. They can offer advice on whether to take further action to ensure your child’s safety during this period or whether the father’s text could be used to request immediate custody modifications.