answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

That depends on whether a challenge is being filed, or in the parents are agreeable See related links below

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What are the steps for change of custody in Tennessee?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Can someone sign over custody of their child if they are a minor in Tennessee with a notarized piece of paper?

Custody is determined by the courts.


How can a teenager change his or her divorce custody?

He/she can't. Only the parents can change custody.


In Tennessee can your boyfriend or his parents take custody of you?

Boyfriend has no standing in the court


Do grandparents have legal rights for custody in Tennessee?

If fully depends on the circumstances.


What happens as far as who gets custody of child in tn when it is born out of wedlock?

Generally, the mother gets custody in Tennessee. Unless there are some horrible, provable reasons that the mother is unfit to have custody. I have been through this very situation myself. Tennessee is a Mother's Rights state.


Can a minor in Tennessee change legal name?

No, the parents must be the ones authorizing the name change petition and following the steps to complete. Although the name change petition may have to be authorized by the minor as well, the minor may not fulfill the steps without the parent(s) or legal guardian.


What is required for change in child custody in Georgia divorce and custody was in state of North Carolina?

You will have to show significant change in order to change the custody agreement in North Carolina. Even if there are significant changes, it is up to the judge to decide the custody of a child.


What is the average penalty for contempt of court for child custody laws in PA?

Contempt of court as regards custody is considered a change of circumstance resulting in a change of custody.


Can a mother obtain sole custody when joint custody is already in place and the father is ill?

Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.


Can your ex get custody of your son if the courts gave you full custody?

If you were granted custody the court will not change that status unless there has been a significant change in the circumstances or unless you have been deemed to be unfit since you were awarded custody.If you were granted custody the court will not change that status unless there has been a significant change in the circumstances or unless you have been deemed to be unfit since you were awarded custody.If you were granted custody the court will not change that status unless there has been a significant change in the circumstances or unless you have been deemed to be unfit since you were awarded custody.If you were granted custody the court will not change that status unless there has been a significant change in the circumstances or unless you have been deemed to be unfit since you were awarded custody.


Can you choose at 13 to move back with your mom?

No. If your father has custody you cannot make that decision until you reach eighteen unless your father consents to a change in the custody order.No. If your father has custody you cannot make that decision until you reach eighteen unless your father consents to a change in the custody order.No. If your father has custody you cannot make that decision until you reach eighteen unless your father consents to a change in the custody order.No. If your father has custody you cannot make that decision until you reach eighteen unless your father consents to a change in the custody order.


Can the father of my baby make me change the baby's last name to his?

It depends on who has custody of the child. If you have complete custody then you do not legally have to change it.