When can my child be removed from my care?

The State can remove your child from your care whenever there is probable cause of neglect, abandonment, or abuse of the child, or if the child is suffering from or is in imminent danger of illness or injury because of abuse, neglect, or abandonment.

If my children are sheltered, how do I get them back?

If your children are sheltered, the best way for you to get them back is to fully communicate with your attorney and cooperate with his/her recommendations based on the specific issues of your case. Typically, a parent of a sheltered child will be appointed an attorney but, if that parent chooses to do so, he/she can hire a private attorney like Attorney Knox.

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Dependency Intervention

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When can my child be removed from my care?

The State can remove your child from your care whenever there is probable cause of neglect, abandonment, or abuse of the child, or if the child is suffering from or is in imminent danger of illness or injury because of abuse, neglect, or abandonment.
If my children are sheltered, how do I get them back?

If your children are sheltered, the best way for you to get them back is to fully communicate with your attorney and cooperate with his/her recommendations based on the specific issues of your case. Typically, a parent of a sheltered child will be appointed an attorney but, if that parent chooses to do so, he/she can hire a private attorney like Attorney Knox.

In the intricate landscape of Florida's child custody laws, dependency actions carry profound weight, especially amid accusations of abuse, neglect, or abandonment. These situations can be intensely stressful and emotionally charged. Facing such accusations, parents grapple with the distressing risk of losing custody of their children, either temporarily or permanently. The complexity of these cases should not be underestimated, nor should they be faced without professional legal counsel.

At L. M. Knox Law and Mediation, we stand ready to offer expert guidance through these intricate legal challenges. Our commitment is to arm you with the necessary knowledge and unwavering support to protect your children's well-being and interests during such pivotal times. We urge you to contact our compassionate legal team for the assistance you need. At the heart of our practice is the welfare and future of your family.