How old does a child have to be to refuse visitation in Michigan?

How old does a child have to be to refuse visitation in Michigan?

In Michigan the child must be an adult, age 18, before he/she can decide with whom they will live. Although factor 9, listed above, considers the reasonable preference of the child, it is only one factor evaluated among the others, and it is not the deciding factor.

What can I do if my ex won’t let me see my child?

The non-custodial parent’s next step is to file a petition (legal paperwork) in court to enforce visitation rights. Non-custodial parents may try to file these petitions on their own, but it is advisable to have an experienced family law attorney prepare it.

Can a mother refuse to let the father see their child?

As a general rule, a parent is not allowed to practice denying access to a child in Australia, even in the following situations: The parent won’t pay family support. The parent does not visit their young one enough despite there being a custody agreement in place.

Can I take my child if there is no custody order?

Sometimes taking your child from you is a crime, like “parental kidnapping.” But if you are married, and there is no court order of custody, it is legal for the other parent to take your child. Or, if you are divorced and the other parent has sole physical custody, it is legal for them to take your child.

Can I block my child’s father?

Courts are generally very reluctant to put such an order in place barring abuse, neglect, or some other extenuating circumstance. Unless a court order authorizes such action, one parent can’t block another parent with custodial rights from contacting their own child.