Custody & Kidnapping

Although I cannot speak to how this is handled in your state specifically, in most states, custody is something that is granted through the courts, not informally in a document. There may be other powers that someone can get over a child informally such as power of attorney to make medical decisions, etc. You may want to explore your possible options with an attorney regarding the pros and cons of filing for temporary custody, guardianship, or other legal status over the child. Here is a link for lawyers, free and paid:LINK Also, here is some information on when a non-parent can get custody in STATE: LINK IF WE HAVE THIS QUESTION You may want to see if you fit the requirements. [NOTE, IF SHE SAYS THAT THE PARENTS WILL NOT AGREE TO CUSTODY, CAN EXPLAIN THAT THE GENERAL STANDARD FOR A NON-PARENT TO GET CUSTODY IS TO PROVE THE PARENTS UNFIT - CAN ASK LAWYER ABOUT HER STATE]