Three Baby Cribs and a Missing Set of Car Keys
“He cannot legally bar you from entering your own property,” Evelyn said, her pen finally touching the pad to make a quick, sharp note. “But you must understand that once you establish a separate residence, it changes the dynamic of any future custody filing.”
“I want a safe, supportive home for them,” I said, keeping my voice quiet and deliberate. “I cannot stay in a house where I am locked in because my husband took the car keys.”
Evelyn stopped writing and aligned her pen with the top of the notepad again. Her eyes held a quiet, professional concern that she seemed determined to keep out of her voice.
“You have the deed to the Elm Lane house, which means it is entirely yours,” she said, her voice firm and reassuring. “Under Ohio law, you have every right to establish residency there with your children today. He cannot lock you out of a property you solely own.”
“But what about our other home?” I asked. “He has both sets of car keys. He has our joint savings.”
