Good luck, I certainly know what you are going through. I know states are different, but my lawyer was able to go before the judge and get me temp legal and physical custody order without me even being there. My wife had no idea until I showed her the order. Of course I have to let her see the kids a "resonable" amount of time, but typically if there is substance abuse I would think the judge would err on the safe side and give you custody until a hearing is set to sort it all out. Stay strong. My wife's lawyer finally responded to the petition and she is contesting everything. I know it's stressful, but my life has become much more manageable knowing that I am heading in the right direction. I just know in my heart one day everything will be OK. Keep up the good fight and know you are doing the right thing for yourself and your child. I will keep reading your posts to see how things go.