5 Important Factors That Can Influence Child Custody Decisions

Child custody cases are not pretty. They are hard on all the people involved and require a number of arrangements.

If you’re currently facing a child custody dispute, consider the following factors that affects the court’s decision:

CHILD’S PREFERENCE

Sometimes judges interview the child personally and get to know personal preferences of the child, about which parent do they want to stay with.

THE CHILD’S RELATIONSHIP WITH PARENTS

The court observes the relationship a child has with both parents. If the child is more comfortable with either of the parents, it counts as a positive sign for him or her.

THE PARENTS’ PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH

If one of the parent suffers from anger management issues or is physically ill, then the decision may not result in his/her favor, as it will have an effect on the child’s well-being.

THE PARENTS’ WISHES

Some parents may be requesting for a ‘joint legal custody’ where both parents are eligible to take the major decisions about the child.

Major Decisions Such As:

Education

Health

Welfare

WORK OBLIGATIONS

You must be able to financially provide for your child but you must also be present to cater to his/her psychological and developmental needs.

If the court finds you not prioritizing your child, the decision may go against you.

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