My question involves a child custody case from the State of: Massachusetts
I'm a single mom of a three year old. I was with my sons father for almost four years prior to becoming pregnant. He was very abusive throughout the relationship. I left him when I was six months pregnant with a police escort. There was a restraining order on file for a little over a year. The DA ended up pressing charges against him. He received six months probation. He has an extensive record that I never knew about until I left and was given his record due to being a victim. He has never tried to see my child and he is not on the birth certificate. I want to prepare myself because I have heard a few rumors around town that he might petition for rights. Is there anything I can do to prevent this? I am concerned for my childs safety. I've learned that he has a drug habit. I want to do anything and everything to prevent him from seeing my child. I am established. I have a job, an apartment, no criminal record, no drug history, and a great support system from family and friends. Any advice?

