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hexeliebe
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Tig, my answer to the poster was based on the lack of information given. Of course, although custody/support/visitation and TPR and not necessarily related as we all know, the fact that one court has issued an order for support is, on the face of it, cause to assume that the court holds jurisdiction.
If support has been cancelled, as in this case, there is a reason. That's why I told the posters to make sure they find out why. If it's because jurisdiction has been moved, they need to act accordingly.
In your case, because the court has issued a support order in a jurisdiction a few hours away I would have to first ask is this in the same state? If so, you are still a resident of that state and can file where you live. HOWEVER, please do consult a local attorney. Some jurisdictions are rather territorial.
And no, it doesn't matter that the Bio-parent can't be found. What does matter is HOW LONG you have searched and what measures you have taken. In most jurisdictions, (covering my a$$ here) one-year of no support is the same as no contact and a TPR can be initiated.
An attorney in your area would be able to give you specifics on the requirements needed.
If support has been cancelled, as in this case, there is a reason. That's why I told the posters to make sure they find out why. If it's because jurisdiction has been moved, they need to act accordingly.
In your case, because the court has issued a support order in a jurisdiction a few hours away I would have to first ask is this in the same state? If so, you are still a resident of that state and can file where you live. HOWEVER, please do consult a local attorney. Some jurisdictions are rather territorial.
And no, it doesn't matter that the Bio-parent can't be found. What does matter is HOW LONG you have searched and what measures you have taken. In most jurisdictions, (covering my a$$ here) one-year of no support is the same as no contact and a TPR can be initiated.
An attorney in your area would be able to give you specifics on the requirements needed.