How do I take back my daughter back from her father? 6 Answers as of January 19, 2012
The father of my daughter took her to Mexico about a year ago and won't let me get her back. What could I do? She is from the United States and the father doesn't have papers and he is not on the birth certificate.Free Case Evaluation by a Local Lawyer!
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Law Offices of Grinberg and Segal | Alexander Segal
You will likely have to petition a family court for a custody order. You should speak with an attorney who has experience handling international custody cases.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/19/2012
Law Office of Christine Troy | Christine Troy
You need to speak with a family law attorney in your area and probably also need to work with the US Department of State so you can arrange to get your daughter back. You may also want to talk with the local district attorney's office as they may have an idea about jurisdiction for your case. I assume you have reported this kidnapping to the police so they may also know the exact procedures. I am not sure of the exact procedures however.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/17/2012
Law Office of Immigration & International Trade Law | Linda Liang
This is not a simple question. You need to hire an international lawyer and address the foreign court. First, of course, your paperwork needs to be examined carefully.
Answer Applies to: Florida
Replied: 1/17/2012
Din Memmem Law Firm | Khaja Din Attorney at Law
You would have to file a custody action here in the US and then have it enforced in Mexico. Hopefully he has not filed court papers in Mexico yet.
Answer Applies to: Illinois
Replied: 1/16/2012
Wildes & Weinberg, P.C. | Leon Wildes
Contact the U.S. Dept of State and find out why they permitted her departure without a U. S. passport, since she is a U.S. citizen.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/16/2012
Law Offices of Kiran Nair | Kiran K. Nair
I believe that Mexico is a signatory of the Hague Convention which is an non-profit government type organization that helps parents whose children are taken by the other parent living in a different country. You should contact the Hague; information should be available on-line and notify that the father took child without your permission.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/16/2012
