Court Prohibits Custody for Same-Sex Couples
Posted on Aug 6, 2010 1:55pm PDT
The Michigan Appeals Court has overturned a ruling by prohibiting joint custody of three children for a same-sex couple who ended their relationship. In the couple, one of the women carried the children as she was younger. Due to Michigan law and same-sex marriage not being legal there, the non-biological mother needed to have dual custody granted. In this case, the court ruled that parental rights are only bestowed through procreation, adoption or the assumption of parenthood in a marriage.
Child custody matters are taken very seriously by courts and can result in various outcomes. You need to know that when you are dealing with child custody matters that you do have rights that should be protected. You can resolve this custody matter in a beneficial way if your case is handled properly. It's in your best interest to make sure that your case is settled in the way that you deserve it to be. By working with a family law lawyer, you will be able to move forward from your family matter and get your life back together. An attorney will always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. You can count on a lawyer to know how to approach your case so that it is resolved in the best manner possible. Please take some time today to contact a family law attorney and begin discussing the details of your case now.