Claim For Dependency In Florida
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The average Juvenile Dependency case can last anywhere from 6 months to 18 months. It ultimately depends on the specific facts and circumstances of each case.
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On July 1, 2022, Florida's Parents Bill of Rights became law and ensures that parents maintain the fundamental right to make decisions regarding the care and upbringing of his or her child in the public school setting.
The new law establishes a rebuttable presumption that equal timesharing (50/50 custody) is in the best interest of the child. Unless compelling reasons exist, courts will lean toward equal parenting time.
A petition is filed by the parent seeking full custody to the county clerk's office. All necessary forms should be included, including a cover sheet, a Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Affidavit, and a Child Support Guidelines Worksheet. Depending on your situation, other forms may also be needed.
A new law went into effect on July 1, 2023. The law creates a revised procedure for unwed fathers to establish paternity, child support, and visitation. The result is that unwed fathers can now establish parental rights that were previously the exclusive domain of the mother.
Under Florida law, an unwed mother is the presumed guardian of minor children, and fathers do not have the same right of custody until a court orders it. Again, this is not to say they are wrong; a court can and may well order the mother to return the children to the state if the father filed for support.
How do I get a dependency case dismissed in Florida? The dismissal of a dependency case can occur through a judge's determination before the shelter hearing, actions taken by the parents of guardians under the guidance of DCF's case plan, or an appeal. There are two hearings where a judge may dismiss a case.
To qualify as a dependent, your partner must have lived with you for the entire calendar year and listed your home as their official residence for the full year. If your partner has gross income above a certain amount ($5,050 for tax year 2024), you can't claim that person as a dependent.
