Common Questions About Child Custody:
How do I obtain custody of my child?
Either parent may petition a circuit court in Maryland for custody of their child. If the parties cannot agree about who should have custody, the court will grant custody either solely to one of the parents or joint custody to both of the parents.
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Can I, as the father obtain custody of my child?
In Maryland, fathers can gain custody of their children. The law no longer favors one parent over the other. The parent seeking custody must meet the same criteria: what is in the best interests of the child.
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Can my child's wishes control who has custody of him or her?
Courts will sometimes listen to the wishes of older children. Courts rarely take into account the wishes of very young children. Children who are 16 years or older may petition the court themselves for a change in custody.
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Is the right to visitation conditioned on making child suppport payments?
No. Visitation rights may not be denied to the non-custodial parent, even though the non-custodial parent is not paying child support.
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