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    Feb 3, 2011, 03:25 PM
    How to get full custody of my child because her Dad is in jail.
    I have a 10 year old daughter, her Dad and I have join custody, but he's in jail and I need to move to another country for a couple of months, I am married and have 2 more kids with my husband that we are also taking with us, does anybody knows what are the steps I need to take to get sole custody of my Daughter, I appreciate any information.
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    Feb 3, 2011, 03:55 PM

    You file a petition with the court that issued the custody order for a modification of custody.
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    Feb 3, 2011, 04:21 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by ScottGem View Post
    You file a petition with the court that issued the custody order for a modification of custody.
    Or get the child's father to agree in writing. It might be a good idea to have that writing notarized.
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