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What exactly is an unfit parent in the eyes of the law? The legal definition of an unfit parent is when the parent through their conduct fails to provide proper guidance, care, or support. Also, if there is abuse, neglect, or substance abuse issues, that parent will be deemed unfit.

A consent order must be submitted to the appropriate court in North Carolina to get the judge's signature. Essentially, a consent order is similar to a court order in terms of its enforceability. A consent order is enforceable because it shows the consent of both parties and contains the signature of the judge.

After you have completed everything, the clerk will review all the information in the application and decide whether you have a good reason to change your name. The clerk will then grant or deny the name change. You will then receive your Order and Certificate of Name Change 6-8 weeks later.

An emergency custody order, sometimes referred to as an ?ex parte order,? is an immediate, short-term custody order that a judge can grant under limited emergency circumstances, without hearing from the other party.

You must file a motion or complaint and a sworn statement of facts explaining why the order is necessary. The judge will typically hear your motion ex parte, which means that the other parent will not be present. If your request is granted, you will have instant possession of the child.

An ex-parte temporary protective order will be in effect for a short period of time. The temporary order will only last until a hearing on your final order, which will usually take place within 10 days, or within seven days of the date your abuser is served with the temporary order, whichever is later.