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Child Custody and Child Support in New York
Child Custody Orders can have an affect on a person's obligation to pay or receive child support. Find out more from a New York, Westchester County, White Plains Family Law attorney.
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
New York City Administration for Children Services
This government agency protects children against abuse and neglect in New York City. If you suspect a child is abused or neglected, please contact this office. Web Links: http://www1.nyc.gov/site/acs/index.page. Check to learn more.
In New York state, the applicable laws are laid out in Chapter 14 (link is external) of the Consolidated Laws of New York. In New York, the laws have provided the criteria that New York Courts are to consider when determining who shall maintain custody of the child after a separation or dissolution of marriage. check to learn more.
New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence
This is New York State's office to contact for help if you or someone you know is a domestic violence victim in New York State. Web Links: http://www.opdv.state.ny.us/. check to learn more.