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Judge Denies Daniel Bernad’s Emergency Bid for Sole Custody, Keeps Sia as Primary Caregiver

The court found no exigency, noting the issues were already covered by an August stipulation that leaves Sia as primary caregiver with Bernad on monitored visits.

Overview

  • California Superior Court rejected Bernad’s emergency request filed this week, leaving the August 1 custody arrangement in place.
  • Bernad’s filings allege recent substance use by Sia, including a two-week hospitalization and positive tests for barbiturates and benzodiazepines.
  • Sia denies recent drug use, says she has been sober for more than six months with weekly testing and a sober companion, and has agreed to drug testing.
  • Sia’s declaration references LAPD and DCFS inquiries into alleged illicit images tied to Bernad that were described as inconclusive or closed; Bernad denies involvement and claims evidence was planted.
  • Bernad is seeking expanded custody plus about $77,245 per month in child support and large spousal support, asserting he is unemployed and financially dependent, as the case proceeds on the regular court calendar.