When the Media Becomes the Judge: Custody Narratives in the Public Eye
Michael Phillips discusses the impact of media coverage on custody battles, emphasizing how public opinion often replaces legal judgments. Headlines simplify complex narratives, leading to misinformation and biased perceptions. The author calls for…
The Constitutional Crisis No One Voted For
The family court system in America deviates from constitutional principles, operating without proper legal frameworks and standards. This unaccountable system harms families through arbitrary judgments, lack of transparency, and financial incentives.…
Weaponized FAP: How DoD’s Family Court Ends Careers and Families — Without a Trial
The Family Advocacy Program (FAP) within the military often labels service members as "abusers" without proper due process, leading to career and family destruction. Incidents determined under this system lack judicial oversight, creating a culture of…
Paper Crime Scene: How a County Line Turned a Custody Dispute Into a Felony Case
Giselle Farias Smiel stands accused of kidnapping her children, with her case reflecting failures in bureaucratic procedures and communication. A custody dispute escalated into criminal charges due to unverified paperwork from the father. Sealed…
Heartbreaking Injustice in California Family Courts: Mom Jailed for Protecting Kids from Abusive Dad
A California mother is behind bars for protecting her children from their convicted abuser. Despite active protective orders and a history of domestic violence, the court gave the father full custody and charged survivor Giselle Smiel with five felonies.…
Maryland Family Courts vs. Invisible Disabilities: Rights Denied, Families Punished
In Maryland, family courts often fail to protect children and parental rights, treating invisible disabilities as reasons to deny custody. Judges and opposing parties exploit these disabilities, leading to severe consequences for affected parents. The…
No Warrant. No Order. Just Lies. — The San Marcos School Ambush Exposing Family Court Fraud
On May 1, 2025, in San Marcos, California, heavily armed individuals mistakenly identified as law enforcement attempted to abduct two schoolchildren without legal authority. Their mother, Giselle Smiel, exposed systemic failures in protecting parental…