Why do custody battles take so long?

Why do custody battles take so long?

This is because there are many different factors that affect a custody battle. While one might resolve itself within weeks, another could take years. If you live in a certain state, then your state might limit the length of custody battles. You can be sure that your dispute won’t last longer than that set time.

What happens if you don’t cooperate with CPS?

Q: Do parents have the right to refuse entry to an investigator? A: Yes. But refusing entry to CPS will not end the investigation. If CPS has information that a child may be in danger, they have the authority to go to court to ask for a court order—similar to a search warrant—requiring you to allow them access.

Can CPS spy on you?

Legally, they absolutely can. However, they barely have enough resources to operate even their most basic functions, so they would almost certainly not use a private investigator unless there is something exceptional about your case that would cause them to be out to get you.

Can CPS use your past against you?

If you are a parent whose child is about to be taken, if you are being investigated, you can bet the child protective services social workers are looking – not only into present circumstances – but also into your past.

What is the time limit for CPS to make a decision?

30 working days

Can the police charge without CPS?

The CPS is responsible for taking all other charging decisions – including for serious offences such as murder and rape – and the police cannot charge suspects with these offences without authorisation from a crown prosecutor (except in emergency situations where police can charge without a prosecutor’s authority in …

Can CPS check my Facebook?

2 attorney answers It sounds as if CPS went on the public areas of your Facebook account. Anyone can go on your Facebook account. No warrant needed. If you are worried about people seeing what you post, don’t post.

Can I move during a CPS investigation?

You can’t move. especially if you are not going to tell the CPS worker and there is an investigation going on. NO – If there is an investigation underway and you move without disclosing your movements you may immediately be assumed to be guilty of abuse or neglect.

Can CPS tap your phone?

Social workers cannot tap anyone’s phone. Afterall, social workers aren’t law enforcement officers. I assume that you asked this question because you’re under some type of (CPS) investigation wherein social workers are involved.