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	The following is the latest news and articles related to child custody issues. To find local news and articles, please visit our state child custody resources. Britney Spears Settles Child Custody Battle with Federline Staff Writer, Jul 18, 2008 The battle between Britney Spears and ex-husband Kevin Federline has finally settled their child custody battle of their two sons Christie Brinkley Granted Full Child Custody Staff Writer, Jul 10, 2008 Both parties have reached an agreement regarding their two children - in which Christie Brinkley will receive full child custody of both children Arapahoe County’s Child Support Enforcement Relocates to Aurora to Help Clients Reach Self-Sufficiency Arapahoe County Colorado's First, Jun 25, 2008 The move will position Child Support Enforcement to partner with other Human Services programs to more efficiently In Oklahoma, Senate Approves Grandparent Visitation Rights Legislation Oklahoma State Senate, Jun 18, 2008 The Oklahoma State Senate unanimously approved legislation updating a state statute which protects visitation rights for grandparents Iowa Child Custody Law Overview Iowa Judicial branch, Jun 06, 2008 Iowa law requires that the court, insofar as is reasonable and in the best interests of the child Child Custody Tax Issues IRS, May 28, 2008 The dependency exemption can not be split. Generally, the child is treated as the qualifying child or qualifying relative of the custodial parent Oklahoma Man Sentenced to Prison for Failing to Pay Child Support Southern District of West Virginia, May 21, 2008 McCormick was ordered to pay child support for the benefit of his three children who reside with their mother in West Virginia Establishing Paternity Benefits Children and Parents New Mexico Human Services, Apr 17, 2008 Establishing paternity as soon as possible after birth benefits both the child and the parents SRS Child Support Enforcement Seeks to Collect Past Due Child Support Denial of Recreational Licenses for Child Support Debtors State of Kansas, Mar 11, 2008 The State of Kansas is undertaking a new initiative to further efforts to ensure children receive the support they are due Idaho Supreme Court Prohibits Discrimination Against Gay Parents In Child Custody NCLR, Mar 04, 2008 First decision involving a lesbian or gay parent, the Idaho Supreme Court held that Idaho courts may not base child custody decisions on a parent's sexual orientation In Kentucky, State Changing Child Protective Services Practices State of Kentucky, Feb 12, 2008 CHFS is making several changes to the state’s child protection services practices to improve the equity of the process for families MENTOR to Run New Voucher Component of Mentoring Children of Prisoners Program AFC, Jan 29, 2008 The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Sobrietor, A Valuable Tool In Child Custody/Visitation Battles State of Massachusetts, Jan 17, 2008 Sobrietor, A Valuable Tool In Child Custody/Visitation Battles Snowe, Kohl Reintroduce Legislation to Improve Child Support Collection State of Wisconsin, Jan 10, 2008 Bill will provide more child support money to families leaving welfare, simplify distribution & improve collection Democrats’ Budget: Largest Tax Hike in U.S. History, Huge Spending Increases, No Reforms US Congressman Ryan Paul, Jan 04, 2008 Democrats’ Budget: Largest Tax Hike in U.S. History, Huge Spending Increases, No Reforms Child-Support Receipt Up; Reliance on Public Assistance Down US Census Bureau, Dec 20, 2007 Child-Support Receipt Up; Reliance on Public Assistance Down HHS Launches Childhood Overweight and Obesity Prevention Initiative Adminsitration for Children and Families, Dec 13, 2007 HHS Launches Childhood Overweight and Obesity Prevention Initiative Governor Daniels Receives Award for Child Welfare Reform State of Indiana, Dec 06, 2007 Governor Daniels Receives Award for Child Welfare Reform MENTOR to Run New Voucher Component of Mentoring Children of Prisoners Program Administration for Children and Families, Nov 29, 2007 MENTOR to Run New Voucher Component of Mentoring Children of Prisoners Program Child Support Enforcement Releases March 2007 Most Wanted Poster State of Delaware, Nov 01, 2007 Anyone with information on these individuals should contact DE Crime Stoppers State of Nevada to Take on Carson City Child Support Cases State of Nevada, Oct 25, 2007 State of Nevada to Take on Carson City Child Support Cases Connecticut Receives Child Support Enforcement Award Department of Human Services, Oct 18, 2007 Last week, at a national child support conference, the State of Connecticut Department of Gov. Blagojevich announces Illinois Child Support Program to receive national award for excellence State of Illinois, Oct 11, 2007 Award recognizes state’s efforts to ensure children receive the financial support they’re entitled to through child support assistance CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT RELEASES 2007'S 1ST MOST WANTED POSTER State of Delaware, Oct 04, 2007 MORE DEADBEAT PARENTS SOUGHT AS POSTERS GENERATE OVER 300,000 WEB IMPRESSIONS Kennedy Renews Push to Stop Child Custody Relinquishment Representative Patrick Kennedy, Jul 25, 2007 The legislation would help parents obtain necessary mental health treatment for their mentally ill children without being forced to relinquish custody. Custody Arrangements Of Deployed Military Members U.S. Senator, Jul 25, 2007 Senator Gregg authored a safeguard custody arrangements for military parents and their children. Assemblyman Mazes Guardianship For Foster Youth California State Assembly Republican Caucus, Jul 05, 2007 Bill helps Californias foster children find permanent loving homes with their relatives. The Child Custody Protection Act U.S Senate, Jun 19, 2007 The Child Custody Protection Act is a reasonable and rational approach to fixing a serious problem like Crystal was exposed to. State Changing Child Protective Services Practices Kentucky.gov, Jun 15, 2007 Improvements Will Give Birth Parents Greater Access To Due Process. Governor Fletcher Announces Funding for Louisville's Family Place Kentucky.gov, Jun 06, 2007 Governor Ernie Fletcher announced 50 thousand dollars in state funding to help a nonprofit Louisville center. Adoption Legislation Given Unanimous Support By House Indiana State Representative, May 30, 2007 Legislation sponsored by State Rep. Bob Kuzman that modifies Indiana adoption law was passed by the Indiana House. Law Targets Harassment in Custody Cases Oklahoma House of Representatives, May 24, 2007 Legislation to strengthen the courts ability to ensure a childs safety, which is the number one priority in child custody cases. Coleman Seeks To Restore Funding For Federal Child Support Program Minnosota State government, May 07, 2007 —Concerned about the collection of child support payments relied on by Minnesota families, Senator Norm Coleman today announced his cosponsorship of legislation that will House Committee on Ways and Means House Committee on Ways and Means, Apr 30, 2007 Child support funding helps play an important role in parents to find work in the dwindling job market for felons. Warning! Pay Your Child Support! WCPO-Ohio, Apr 26, 2007 Child Support Enforcement agencies are getting more agressive in their attempts to collect back child support. International Adoption Guidelines - International Adoption Guatemala Travel.state.gov, Apr 24, 2007 Alot more prospective parents are seeking international adoptions A.G. Dustin McDaniel Announces Legislative Package Attorney General Arkansas, Apr 17, 2007 McDaniel will continue fighting for families with a bill that prohibits sex offenders from being awarded child custody or unsupervised visitation. President Appreciates Senate Passage of the Child Custody Protection Act White House, Apr 12, 2007 Transporting minors across state lines to bypass parental consent laws regarding abortion undermines state law and jeopardizes the lives of young women Kennedy Renews Push to Stop Child Custody U.S. House of Representatives, Mar 29, 2007 Reps Jim Ramstad Pete Stark and Patrick Kennedy introduced the Keeping Families Together Act You Want To Win Your Child Custody Case 1888 Press Release, Mar 21, 2007 With divorce rates over 50 percent child custody has become one of our nations biggest problems Smoking Has Now Worked Its Way Into Child Custody Disputes staff writer, Mar 06, 2007 Evidence proves that smoking causes heath issues not only for the smoker but also for others subjected to second hand smoke. Smoking now affects child custody disputes. Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Missouri Senate, Feb 27, 2007 This act limits child custody jurisdiction to one state, avoiding competing orders, and provides enforcement provisions for child custody orders Lieberman Opposes Child Custody Act Joe Lieberman United States Senator, Feb 22, 2007 Senator Joe Lieberman called the bill “a political ploy played at the expense of young women in the United States.” The Senate passed the Act by a vote of 65 to 34 How Custody is Decided Oregon State Bar, Jan 26, 2007 If the parents agree between themselves on custody they can avoid a long and expensive court case Paternity Information for Moms and Dads Missouri Department of Social Services, Jan 16, 2007 The easiest way to establish paternity is for both parents to sign an Affidavit Acknowledging Paternity at the hospital when the baby is born Child Support Enforcement Abroad US Department of State, Jan 05, 2007 The US has held discussions with over 30 countries regarding child support since 1997 New Child Custody Law Goes Into Effect In 2007 illinois.gov, Jan 03, 2007 Prohibits custody or visitation by a father of a child who is convicted of sex crimes that resulted in the conception of the child. Nassau Bay Hospital Giving Children A Bright Beginning state.tx.us, Dec 28, 2006 Christus St. John Hospital established paternity for 81 percent of children born to unmarried parents, making it a top performer Fort Knox Sergeant Pleads Guilty To Sexual Assault On A Child Under Twelve louisville.fbi.gov, Dec 19, 2006 He admitted, in open court, that he knowingly engaged in a sexual act with another person who had not attained the age of 12 years. Child Custody Laws In The Muslim Faith state.gov, Dec 13, 2006 If a woman requests a divorce from her husband, she may not be entitled to child support, alimony, and the return of her dowry in some instances. Grant To Be Used To Help Victims Of Domestic Violence roanokeva.gov, Dec 06, 2006 The two-year grant, written in collaboration with Total Against Poverty (TAP), will provide resources for the Safe Havens Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Program. 2006 Child Abuse Prevention Awards Announced ocfs.state.ny.us, Nov 29, 2006 Child protection and child safety has been a top priority of Governor George E. Pataki. Couple Charged With Harboring Runaway michigan.gov, Nov 21, 2006 A Waterford Township couple and their son were charged Wednesday with harboring a teenage runaway who had been missing for two years. Grandparents Day Gift:Visitation With Adopted Grandchildren michigan.gov, Nov 15, 2006 I'm a grandparent and I understand the depth of love we have for our grandchildren. Alabama Man Charged For Interference With Child Custody fbi.gov, Nov 08, 2006 Charged Jackson with kidnapping and other related offenses involving the taking of the child from the custody of her mother. HHS Approves Child Welfare Waivers For Five States acf.hhs.gov, Nov 01, 2006 In order to use these funds, legal guardianships must be established by a court order transferring custody of the child from the state to the family. Senate Passes Child Custody Protection Act senate.gov, Oct 25, 2006 This legislation makes it a crime to transport a minor across state lines to obtain an abortion ... Connecticut Statutes Child Custody Actions State of Connecticut, Oct 18, 2006 Temporary custody of minor pending application to probate court for removal of guardian or termination of parental rights South Carolina General Assembly On Child-Custody Determination State of South Carolina, Oct 10, 2006 A child-custody determination made by a court of this State that had jurisdiction under this article binds all persons who have been served in accordance with the laws Michigan Child Custody Disputes State of Michigan, Oct 05, 2006 The court shall presume that the best interests of the child are served by awarding custody to Michigan Enforcing Child Custody Orders State of Michigan, Sep 26, 2006 When parents cannot resolve problems regarding custody, the friend of the court office in the county where the case is filed Jurisdictional Limitations Of A Child Custody Dispute U.S. Consulate Government, Sep 20, 2006 The only recourse may be a court action in the country where the child is located Guardian Ad Litem For Massachusetts State of Massachusetts, Sep 14, 2006 Many of these cases used a GAL to provide child custody recommendations Divorce And Child Custody Case Over Molestation National Institute Health, Sep 06, 2006 Comparison to accused offenders who are not engaged in custody disputes New Hampshire Child Support Law State of New Hampshire, Aug 30, 2006 One of the most sweeping changes to New Hampshire family law in many years Connecticut Child Custody Law For Grandparents State of Connecticut, Aug 22, 2006 Parents might always seek to cultivate the bonds between grandparents and their grandchildren Responsibility For Guardianship Of Minor Child State of California, Aug 16, 2006 Guardianship can last until the child turns 18. Or the court can end a guardianship and give the child back to the parents, or choose a new guardian The Impact Of Domestic Violence On Child Custody And Visitation State of Kentucky, Aug 09, 2006 Issues of custody and visitation are areas in which the courts must struggle to ensure that both adult victims of domestic violence and their children are protected from Child Custody Protection Act Senate, Aug 02, 2006 the CCPA is strictly intended to prevent the evasion of existing state notification and consent laws where minors are brought to another state for the purpose of getting Child Custody Law In Michigan State of Michigan, Jul 26, 2006 Child custody disputes; powers of court; support order; enforcement of judgment or order Temporary Child Custody In Florida Extended To A Family Member myfloridahouse.gov, Jul 11, 2006 Authorizes an extended family member to bring a proceeding in court to determine the temporary custody of a child New York Child Custody Law On Custody & Visitation nycourts.gov, Jun 19, 2006 A parent, grandparent or a person with a substantial connection or relationship with the child may file a petition in Family Court requesting that the court Child Custody Court Cases Rulings Often Ignore History of Domestic Violence healthfinder.gov, Jun 05, 2006 This type of abuse is often unknown to courts making these important custody decisions New York Child Custody Law To Establish Parernity nyc.gov, May 23, 2006 Every child has a biological father but, if the parents are not married, the law does not recognize the relationship and does not give him any rights or responsibilities Child Custody In California courtinfo.ca.gov, May 10, 2006 What Young Children Need From Their Divorced or Separated Parents Massachusetts Child Custody And Visitation Guidelines mass.gov, Apr 11, 2006 These guidelines recognize that children must be allowed to enjoy the society and companionship of both parents In Virginia Rights Of DCSE dss.virginia.gov, Mar 22, 2006 The only service being provided is location of the noncustodial parent Illinois Marriage Dissolution Act On Child Custody ilga.gov, Mar 03, 2006 A court of this State competent to decide child custody matters has jurisdiction to make a child custody determination in original or modification proceedings as provided Visitation And Child Custody In South Carolina state.sc.us, Feb 17, 2006 The CSED is focused on making sure the non-custodial parent lives up to his or her financial responsibility in raising the child State Of Ohio Child Custody Law franklincountyohio.gov, Feb 02, 2006 Primarily a Juvenile, Domestic Relations Court law, but also limits the jurisdiction of Ohio probate courts to appoint guardians of persons of minors Texas Child Collection Support fatherhood.hhs.gov, Jan 18, 2006 On average, each caretaker had 1.35 child support cases, due to the need to file separate proceedings for each noncustodial parent In New Jersey, Standby Guardianship Rights naic.acf.hhs.gov, Jan 04, 2006 One of the more recent approaches to transferring custody is facilitated through standby guardian laws Florida's Establishing Legal Paternity For Your Child State.Fl.us, Dec 21, 2005 Establishing paternity means legally determining the father of a child Extradition Of Florida Man For Unpaid Child Support michigan.gov, Dec 07, 2005 Under the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, the power to demand extradition of a fugitive who has fled from justice in Michigan California Family Court Services For Child Custody Ca.gov, Nov 22, 2005 California now has the largest court-based child custody mediation program in the nation Indiana Rules of Court For Split Custody and Child Support in.gov, Nov 14, 2005 The Indiana Child Support Guidelines are based on the assumption the child(ren) live in one household with primary physical custody Child Support Services And Issues of Custody sdcourt.ca.gov, Sep 27, 2005 The Parties May Use The Department of Child Support Services And Issues of Custody The Best Solution Settling Out Of Court state.gov, Sep 26, 2005 You may have greater success negotiating with the abducting parent Statewide Partnership Forms in Support of Arizona’s Youngest Children vsuw.org/news/press, Sep 26, 2005 Phoenix, AZ Partners for Arizona’s Children has been established in an effort to ensure the needs of Arizona’s youngest children, ages 0 to 6 Defendant Oakland County Circuit Court uscourts.gov, Sep 22, 2005 This Case Revolves Around Two Minor Children Process Claims Against Defendant Oakland County Circuit Court Houston Texas Judiciously Resolve Any Child Custody Issues senate.gov, Sep 19, 2005 Houston Texas Ms. Notash Had To Endure Severe Physical Abuse And Verbal Taunts Judiciously Resolve Any Child Custody Issues Orange County Latino Family And Sued archives.gov, Sep 14, 2005 Orange County Latino Family And Sued Four Local School Districts Michigan Courts on Child Custody courts.michigan.gov, Sep 13, 2005 This section provides general information about child custody. Chicago Illinois Child Custody Issues il.us, Sep 13, 2005 The Special Chicago Illinois Supreme Court Committee On Child Custody Issues Will Hold A Public Hearing Modification Adjustment of Custody Decree wa.gov, Sep 08, 2005 Los Angeles County, California Superior Court, case number 92-5555 Passport Denial in Child Custody Cases state.gov, Aug 29, 2005 A parent who wishes to obtain a passport for a minor child abroad must have physical custody of the child The Lives Of Children, Parents And Spouses nycourts.gov, Aug 23, 2005 New York Was Established To Take Action In The Lives Right to Breastfeed Act on Federal Property house.gov, Aug 23, 2005 bill to ensure a woman's right to breastfeed her child on any portion Child Welfare Agencies Face A Number Of Challenges gao.gov, Aug 16, 2005 A Number Of Challenges Related To Staffing And Data Management That Impair Their Ability To Protect Children Mediation Of Child Custody And Visitation Disputes isc.idaho.gov, Aug 09, 2005 Mediation under this rule is the The Child Custody Protection Act congress.gov, Aug 05, 2005 The Problem Of People Transporting Minor Girls Across State Chronic Disorders Impairing Control Of Movement ninds.nih.gov, Aug 02, 2005 Cerebral Palsy Is An Umbrella-Like Term Used To Describe A Group Of Chronic Disorder Court Orders Need To Be In Place ncjrs.org, Jul 25, 2005 Court Orders Need To Be In Place, Spelling Out Contact For The Other Parent And Specifying The Consequences National Child Support Enforcement Strategic Plan acf.dhhs.gov, Jul 19, 2005 National Child Support Enforcement Strategic Plan As A Driving Force For This Collaborative Effort Background And Need For The Legislation congress.gov, Jul 13, 2005 Many States Have Laws That Require The Consent Or Notification Of At Least One Parent, Or Court Authorization Act, Has Two Primary Purposes congress.gov, Jun 30, 2005 The Child Custody Protection Act, Has Two Primary Purposes The Abduction And/Or Concealment Of A Child travel.state.gov, Jun 22, 2005 The Abduction And/Or Concealment Of A Child Without The Consent Of The Other Parent Child Snatching Mediation to Prevent Parental Kidnapping A Disarmament Proposal travel.state.gov, Jun 13, 2005 Well over 200 cases of parental child abduction cases occur each day in the United States. About Half of Custodial Parents Got Full Child Support Payments census.gov, May 31, 2005 About Half of Custodial Parents Got Full Child Support Payments in 2001, Census Bureau Reports State Assistance For Men With Child Custody Issues cga ct gov, May 20, 2005 All Connecticut family courts have support services staff who provide information Too High For Noncustodial Parents With Low Reported Wages U.S. Dept. of Health, May 13, 2005 Support Orders Are Often Too High For Noncustodial Parents With Low Reported Wages ACS Commissioner Scoppetta Announce Child Support Collections Reach Record $404 Million Mayor's Press Office, May 04, 2005 The City collected in excess of $404 million in court ordered payments, an increase of $52 million, or almost 15 percent, over last year's collections of $352 million Law Makers Take Action to End the Nightmare of Child Custody Relinquishment U.S. Government Accountability Office , Apr 28, 2005 In an effort to help parents obtain necessary mental health treatment for their severely emotionally disturbed children without being forced to relinquish custody, Reps. Child Custody Involving Homosexual Cohabitation Argued In Maryland Appeals Court Liberty Counsel, Apr 28, 2005 This week Liberty Counsel’s Senior Litigation Counsel, Rena Lindevaldsen, presented oral argument before the Maryland Court of Appeals on the validity of a Virginia court Virginia and Vermont Courts Collide Over Child Custody Battle Liberty Counsel, Apr 28, 2005 Case highlights the conflicts that will occur between states recognizing same-sex unions For regional news articles, please visit state child custody resources. Contact a Child Custody Lawyer now for a free case review.

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