A woman I know of is most likely going to lose her kids due to abuse. Kentucky social services is talking about giving "indefinate" custody to one of the kids' (divorced) grandparents or other relatives like an aunt or uncle. How will they determine who will get the children? Living conditions, location (as in how close to the mother), financial stability, etc? Can an unmarried, heterosexual, financially stable couple ask for custody? How much will small-town politics help someone who doesn't deserve the kids gain custody? If custody is granted to someone and they move in with the mother, will social services re-take the kids? **Anything** you can tell me related to the above would be appreciated, especially if you can provide links.

My girlfriend has a 2 year old daughter. She is 22, I am 21. We both have felonies. Her ex, who is the child's father, has threatened to take her to court to try to get full custody. My question is, What do the judges look for in a custody hearing. I love her with all my heart. She is afraid that because of our pasts, he will get full custody. We live in Ludington, Michigan. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Me and my x wife have joint leagal custody but I have full physical custody. What is the difference?

A judge on her way out to retirement ordered a custody EVALUATOR. A couple of months later, a new judge ordered a custody MONITOR. Unbeknownst to me. 1. Why the change without my knowledge? I'm a party of the case. 2. Does it make a difference?