At what age can a child in Louisiana choose which parent to live with?
At what age can a child in Louisiana choose which parent to live with?
ANSWER: There is no magical age as when someone becomes old enough to drive that the courts automatically begin to consider the child’s preferences when awarding custody. However, just around the age of 12 is when the judges do begin to factor in the child’s input and concerns as to a custody arrangement.
Can a minor divorce one parent?
A minor generally cannot become emancipated from just one parent unless there is only one parent, such as when one of the minor’s parents has died, or has terminated their parental rights. Emancipation of a minor terminates all parental custodial rights, which in turn makes that minor an adult for legal purposes.
What questions would a judge ask a child in a custody case?
Questions to Ask in a Child Custody CaseHas one parent been the primary caretaker, or have the parents shared the responsibility?What is the mental and physical health status of the parents?Will the child be in a stable home environment?
How do you tell if a PI is watching you?
If you see the same vehicle parked in your neighborhood, and you later see the same vehicle parked at the grocery store, the bank, your favorite restaurant or near your work, you might have an investigator watching you.
Why do lawyers hire private investigators?
Often attorneys hire a PI in order to focus their attention on the legal aspects of the case while the Investigator handles the fieldwork, background checks, and discovers the facts.
How do private investigators do surveillance?
It entails viewing and, in most cases, following the surveillance target. It is mostly conducted as covert– the surveillance detective might be observing from a certain distance or using a disguise to be able to approach the subject without being detected or looking suspicious.
Can private investigators spy on cell phones?
An investigator cannot access cell phone records without a warrant or consent of the individual who holds the records. In most instances, a private investigator can get comparable evidence through other methods.
Can a private investigator put a tracking device on your car?
Basically, if the vehicle does not belong to you, you cannot personally put a tracker on the vehicle. However, in most states, it would be legal for a licensed private investigator to place a GPS tracker on a vehicle, as long as he has a permissible purpose (good reason) to do so.
