What would be considered an unfit mother? I am looking for legal advice on how to obtain custody of my 21 month old daughter. Please advice.

There isn't a legal definition per se. It's a judgment call.

Is she doing crack while caring for the child? Is she beating the child? Has she left the child unattended for long periods?

These are all things mothers are found unfit for.

Describe (as objectively as possible) your child;s mother and we'll tell you what we think. Or explain the situation in as much detail and we'll guide you as best as possible.

There isn't a real strict legal definition for it. There are guidelines that each judge and jusrisdiction have to consider when making that determination. So its up for grabs as far as true legal definition.

Abuse

Neglect


The line is what is hazy
As steve said details would help

I'm 47 years old this last year has been very stressful I remarried a man that biknew for 3 months I did know him in high school in the bay area also I've was stressed out at work I called the police to my house 3 times for domestic violence 2 of which were arguments and 1 a eight between he and my son.I take prosac for depression and menopause and the dr. gives me zanax for sleep 1 time I tried to overdose on them 5 months ago I lost my job after 18 years employment I now have a lot less stress and a lot less money I made very bad decisions for myself but my 11 yr old was not aware this happened to me until her father that's taking me to court for custody told her everything he found on me.