Child Custody Visitation Concerns

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In NYS and CA, denying visitation can have legal consequences. Document concerns, seek custody order modifications, and consult a family law attorney for guidance. Courts prioritize the childs best interests, including emotional health. If the child is not present during concerning incidents, it may be difficult to argue theyre impacting the childs well-being.

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What if I have no proof of these safety issues? What if my concerns for safety issues is the parent curses at me?
If your concerns are based on verbal abuse, it's still important to document instances. Courts in NYS consider the child's best interests, which include emotional health. Consult with a family law attorney for further guidance.
But what if the child isn’t being abused?
In NYS, courts prioritize the best interests of the child. If you believe the other parent's behavior is negatively impacting your child, even if it doesn't constitute abuse, you may need to:
- Document instances of inappropriate behavior.
- Seek advice from a family law attorney.
- Consider requesting a modification of the custody order.
What about in CA?
In California, as in NYS, the best interests of the child are prioritized. If you feel the other parent's behavior is negatively impacting your child, you should:
- Document instances of inappropriate behavior.
- Consult with a family law attorney.
- Consider requesting a modification of the custody order.
The other parent cursing me out would be in the best interest to keep the child away from them because my feelings are hurt?
If the cursing is impacting your child's emotional well-being, it could be a factor in custody decisions. However, personal feelings may not be enough. Consult with a family law attorney in CA for tailored advice.
The child is never around when it happens
If the child is not present during these incidents, it may be difficult to argue they're impacting the child's well-being. However, it's still important to document these instances. Are there any other behaviors by the other parent that concern you?