As an unwed mother do I have to give visitation right to the biological father if he is a convicted felon and mentally abusive towards me?
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As an unwed mother do I have to give visitation right to the biological father if he is a convicted felon and mentally abusive towards me?
Asked on February 17, 2012 under Family Law, Arkansas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. Generally speaking, if you were never married and there has never been an order estabishing paternity or custodial rights then you are the only legal guardian of the child. So if what I stated is the case then no, not right now. But I would not leave this to chance. Get his rights either terminated or limited. Take the first step. You will have the upper hand. Good luck.
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