My ex-boyfriend has taken my child from me what can I do?

If you and your ex were not married when the child was born and/or paternity has not been established a Court, you may use the police to assist you. Generally a person can be charged with Interference with Custody Ala Code §13A-6-45. This is a Class C Felony offense.

If you were married at the time the child was born and/or paternity has been established by the Court, you would need to seek relief from the Court. Let me know if I can help you. -James Fancher (205)912-8247
Blankenship Harrelson, LLP

My girlfriend/boyfriend and I have a child together. Who has custody of the child if we separate?

The mother will have custody of the child in this case even if the father’s name is on the birth certificate.  The father will need to have paternity established through court proceedings since paternity was not established by marriage.

The court may establish paternity by testimony and/or by DNA testing.  In my experience the Court will establish paternity by DNA testing even though the parties are willing to establish it through testimony.   JDF (205) 912-8247