If my wife and I recently split up and the divorce is just starting, what can I do if I feel that our children’s safety at risk during the time that they are with their mother?

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If my wife and I recently split up and the divorce is just starting, what can I do if I feel that our children’s safety at risk during the time that they are with their mother?

We live in separate households and currently exchange children back and forth. Divorce papers still need to be served. I left my wife due to her use of methamphetamine and her inability to quit. I am quite certain she still uses it in her house. My 2 year old son has been in the ER 3 times for asthma attacks only when around her and their clothes have a cat urine smell on them when dropped off. No cats in her household. What are my options here and what is the best way to handle this situation for my kids sake?

Asked on July 25, 2015 under Family Law, Wisconsin

Answers:

Joanna Mitchell / Joanna Mitchell & Associates, P.A.

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

You need to hire an attorney to assist you. An attorney can file a motion for an expedited hearing in order to establish a visitation / timesharing schedule that is in the child's best interest and can also request that the Judge order drug testing of your Wife and only supervised timesharing for her if she tests positive.

Joanna M. Mitchell / Mitchell & Associates, PA

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

You need to hire an attorney to assist you. An attorney can file a motion for an expedited hearing in order to establish a visitation / timesharing schedule that is in the child's best interest and can also request that the Judge order drug testing of your Wife and only supervised timesharing for her if she tests positive.


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