Child Custody FAQs

• Q: How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
  A: At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical … More
• Q: What Happens To Custody When One Parent Needs To Relocate?
  A: Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go.  There are … More
• Q: Can Grandparents Have Visitation With Their Grandchildren If Their Son Or Daughter Is Divorced From The Other Parent?
  A: If a custodial parent does not allow grandparents visitation with their grandchildren the grandparents will need a court order.  Before allowing a non-parental … More
• Q: Can The State Terminate A Parent's Rights Over Their Children?
  A: Yes.  Every state has an agency that protects the interests of children.  That agency may ask the court to terminate parental rights.  Usually, the … More
• Q: Can My Parental Rights Be Terminated While I Am In Jail?
  A: Yes.  A parent's rights over their child may be terminated due to the parent's abandonment of the child.  A parent's incarceration may result in … More