Legal Document Type: Legal Answer: RESPONSE TO PETITION FOR PATERNITY, CUSTODY, VISITATION, AND CHILD SUPPORT

Case Information: Case 24SN-DR00104 | Status: OverRuled

Document Content:
RESPONSE TO PETITION FOR PATERNITY, CUSTODY, VISITATION, AND CHILD SUPPORT
COMES NOW the Respondent, Micheal Lawrence Salmon, and responds to the Petition for
Paternity, Custody, Visitation, and Child Support filed by Crycella Elizabeth Freitag. In support
of this response, Respondent states as "follows":
1. Denial of Petition for "Paternity":
Respondent admits that he is the biological father of the minor child, Felix Salmon, and
denies the need for a paternity determination as no dispute exists regarding parentage.
2. Denial of Petition for Custody and "Visitation":
Respondent has been the primary caregiver for Felix for the past two years. Felix has
a stable home with Respondent, including a routine and environment that is in his best
interests. Respondent denies that any change in custody or visitation is appropriate.
a. Respondent is concerned about the living conditions at Petitioner�s home, which is
unsanitary and unsafe for Felix, as detailed in prior filings.
b. Felix�s current living situation with Respondent is stable, healthy, and has been
beneficial for his emotional and physical well-being.
3. Denial of Petition for Child "Support":
Respondent denies that Crycella Freitag is entitled to child support at this time.
Respondent has been the primary financial provider for Felix, and Petitioner has not
contributed financially to Felix�s care or well-being despite multiple requests.
Respondent is open to a discussion of a fair financial arrangement but asserts that he
has borne the majority of the financial responsibility for Felix�s upbringing.
WHEREFORE, Respondent respectfully requests that the "Court":
1. Deny the Petition for Paternity, Custody, Visitation, and Child Support filed by Petitioner,
Crycella Elizabeth Freitag.
2. Grant primary custody of Felix Salmon to Respondent, Micheal Lawrence Salmon.
3. Order visitation for the Petitioner, if any, to be arranged in a way that is in the best
interests of Felix and ensures his safety and well-being.
4.