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inkie
Mar 23, 2009, 02:44 PM
If two people have an agreed parenting plan, and one parent has not had visits in over 2 years can the parent of the child file for abandonment or sole custody, even though the parent pays child support? Also can the parent change the minor child's name ?

stevetcg
Mar 23, 2009, 03:24 PM
You can file for sole custody, but nothing is guaranteed. And no, you cannot change a child's name without both parent's consent.

ScottGem
Mar 23, 2009, 03:48 PM
As long as support is being paid, there is no abandonment.

You can try filing for sole custody, but if he's not exercizing his visitation rights, what have you really gained?