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Legal Information: Missouri

Custody

Laws current as of November 7, 2024

Where can I find additional information about custody in Missouri?

You can find additional information about custody on these websites. WomensLaw is not affiliated with them and cannot vouch for the information.

Paternity and child support information from the Missouri Courts website and from the Missouri Department of Social Services website.
The Missouri Courts website has information on petitioning for custody.
The Legal Services of Missouri website has information on custody, visitation, paternity, child support, and adoption.

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Legal Information: Missouri

Where can I find additional information about custody in Missouri?

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