Custody Laws? Please help!

Well, you basically just have to prove to the court, in the event that your ex files for custody, that you are the better parent, more fit for parenting, can support your son emotionally, mentally, and financially, and that your son wants to be with you. You have to be able to establish that you are a better parent all around, basically. That's an overview for all 50 states. If you want more direct and specific advice, I'd contact a social worker in your county, or family and human services. They would be best, because everything differs according to state and counties.

Okay, I have been through this before also. Do you have a good attorney? Most judges side with the mothers these days. My ex tried to make it sound like I was messing around with alot of other men which wasn't true. You will need character witnesses that can testify on your behalf on what a good mother you are. Do you have daycare lined up? The only thing that might happen is you will have joint custody. You will have the physical custody and your ex will get visitation rights. You shouldn't have to worry as long as there is nothing that he can use to prove that you are a bad mother. If there is anything that he has done write it down with the dates that it happened. I was told that helps out alot. I kept a journal with dates and events that had happened when he had my girls on visits. Just hang in there. You sound like a good mom and you really love your son. Keep me posted.

You need to get a good custody agreement for the separation and be a great parent

well, thats seems about all right there. you just make sure you're a good mother. i'm not sure since i've never been involved with a custody battle, but i've heard that the courts normally favor the mother for custody unless she is abusive or an adict which i'm asuming you're not. but there's also shared custody, especially for the sake of the child, the 2 parents should show that they still care of each other and get along

You probably wont get full custody because fathers have rights as well as mothers. You might get joint custody. I'm sure the courts will split it up. You might have a chance in getting primary custody though, but that is only if the court finds you to be fit. I'm sure everything will work out fine. Your husband just can't get custody of your son just because he thinks you can't support your son. You seem to have everything under control. The courts will listen to both sides. Be strong. Everything will work out.

I first wanna know what is the exact age of your child. If he is not a minor (ie 18 or above) then has the right to decide to live with the person he chooses but if he is a minor then the court will look for the best interest of the child (physical, emotional and psychological) and give decision according to it. If the judge thinks child would be brought up better with you then definietly you will get the child's custody. The court may also consider joint custody but will look for the best interest of the child. And now one thing very important...suppose you find yourself in a situation of false allegations of either domestic violence or setual abuse, i strongly urge you to retain competent legal counsel immediately. Cut off all communication with the false accuser (except emergency communications about your child) and document everything. It is often helpful to record conversations either audio or video tape if permitted by local statutes.