Las Vegas Mother Rachel Pastrama Appeals for Enforcement of Custody Order Amid Ongoing Separation from Children
CANYON COUNTY, IDAHO, USA, July 12, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rachel Pastrama, a mother from Las Vegas, Nevada, is urging Canyon and Ada County authorities in Idaho to take swift criminal action against custodial interference by her ex-husband, Joshua Pastrama of Meridian, Idaho. The call for immediate legal measures follows a distressing sequence of events that have prevented Rachel from being reunited with her two children for nearly seven months.
In July 2023, a legal battle ensued when Joshua sued Rachel for full custody after she declined to authorize international travel for their minors. During this process, Rachel discovered that Joshua had illegally obtained a passport for one of their children by forging her signature, a clear violation of their legal agreements. “There was no justification for these legal actions, which only serve to perpetuate emotional and financial hardship,” Rachel stated.
This legal strife highlights significant flaws in the enforcement of custody orders across state lines and underscores the pressing need for jurisdictions to recognize and act upon such violations promptly. “My children are unjustly withheld, and the drawn-out court processes only deepen our suffering,” Rachel emphasized.
Custodial interference, as defined under Idaho Code § 18-4506, involves unlawfully keeping or withholding a child from a parent with legal custody rights. Despite clear statutes, enforcement remains inconsistent, often leaving affected parents like Rachel in prolonged anguish.
To combat these challenges, Rachel has advocated for several immediate changes within the legal system:
- Law Enforcement Training – Enhanced training for officers on custodial interference to ensure they are equipped to enforce custody orders effectively.
- Streamlined Legal Processes – Faster procedures for securing emergency custody orders to provide rapid relief in cases of custodial interference.
- Support Services – Increased access to legal and psychological support for parents and children affected by custody disputes.
In her plea, Rachel also highlights the detrimental effects of parental alienation, a serious issue that remains poorly understood within the legal framework. “This isn’t just about my struggle; it’s about raising awareness and changing how our legal system addresses parental alienation and custodial interference,” she added.
Rachel’s ordeal has also exposed misconduct within the legal profession in Idaho, further complicating her efforts to protect her children. She detailed her distressing experiences with local attorneys, one of whom was disbarred for misconduct, leaving her to navigate the legal system alone.
As this case gains public attention, Rachel continues to fight not only for her reunion with her children but also for systemic changes that would prevent other families from experiencing similar hardships. Her story is a stark reminder of the personal and legal battles many parents face in custodial disputes.
For additional information or to support Rachel Pastrama’s cause, please contact:
Rachel Pastrama
Phone: 925-259-7770
Email: [email protected]
Rachel Harris
Pulse Media
