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If Mississippi denies you custody of your children without evidence, you can file a petition in family court, request a hearing, and consider hiring a family law attorney. Jurisdictional rules determine which court has authority based on factors like residency and subject matter. The family court does not have to be the same one that made previous judgments, including termination of parental rights.

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If the state denied you your children without evidence and reason what are your options legally
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In Mississippi, if the state has denied you custody of your children without evidence or reason, you can consider the following legal options:
- **File a Petition:** You can file a petition in family court to challenge the custody decision.
- **Request a Hearing:** Ask for a hearing to present your case and evidence.
- **Legal Representation:** Consider hiring a family law attorney to represent you.
Would you like more details about filing a petition or finding legal representation?
Does the family court have to be the same family court rhat made judgement for previous proceedings including tpr
No, the family court does not have to be the same court that made the judgment for previous proceedings, including termination of parental rights (TPR). You can file petitions in a different family court based on jurisdictional rules.
Would you like information on how to determine the appropriate jurisdiction for filing your petition?
What are jurisdictional rules
Jurisdictional rules determine which court has the authority to hear a case based on various factors such as location, subject matter, and parties involved. Here are some key points:
- **Residency:** File in the county where you or your children reside.
- **Subject Matter:** Family court handles custody and TPR cases.
- **Prior Judgments:** Consider where previous orders were issued.
Would you like information on how to locate the appropriate family court in Mississippi?