What happens when CPS is involved in a custody battle?
What happens when CPS is involved in a custody battle?
For the parents, CPS and the court system could recommend services be put in place for the family. If the court system is involved, some of these services may be required, which can make things more challenging for both parents. If required services are not completed, it could put someone’s parental rights at risk.”
Can a CPS take a child away without a court order?
They cannot take your children away without a court order except in exigent circumstances. Child Protective Services cannot simply take your children away from your home. Except in exigent circumstances, a court order is required before CPS can legally remove a child from your home without your consent.
Can a grandparent get custody of a child in CPS?
The parents must show the court that they can now care for the child. Ask to speak to a supervisor if the CPS worker does not seem to be taking your request seriously. Grandparents on the child abuse registry cannot be given custody of minor children. Grandparents with recent felony convictions probably will not be given custody.
Can a CPS caseworker play both parents against each other?
CPS caseworkers can play both parents or both sides against each other, put the child in foster care, terminate parental rights, and adopt children out to strangers! Beware!
For the parents, CPS and the court system could recommend services be put in place for the family. If the court system is involved, some of these services may be required, which can make things more challenging for both parents. If required services are not completed, it could put someone’s parental rights at risk.”
How to contact Child Protective Services in Utah?
You can also contact Constituent Services at [email protected] or (801) 538-4208. For more information please go to our Contact Us page. ▸ What is the state law regarding sexual abuse?
CPS caseworkers can play both parents or both sides against each other, put the child in foster care, terminate parental rights, and adopt children out to strangers! Beware!
Where does a custody order come from in Utah?
In Utah, custody may be a separate case or part of a case for divorce, separate maintenance, temporary separation, annulment, parentage, adoption, neglect and dependency, or termination of parental rights. Depending on the type of case, a custody order can come from a district court or a juvenile court.