Determining the custody of a child after a couple has separated or if paternity has been established can both be a very emotional time. With the help of a child custody attorney in Waxahachie, TX, the stress can be reduced, and they can help a parent make the right legal decisions about their child. It’s very important to have a child custody order crafted with protection for both parents in the event of one parent not following the court order. In addition, the court will not modify a custody order for at least a year, after it has been signed. The only exception to this rule is if there are exceptional circumstances that warrant a change.
What Is an Exceptional Circumstance?
A court will consider modifying a custody order in the event there is a danger to a child’s physical health or a child’s emotional development because of their environment. If one of the parents has been arrested for a serious crime or becomes addicted to drugs, the courts would consider a modification. If a parent loses their job, they don’t like the possession schedule, or their former spouse gets remarried, the court won’t usually modify an order.
Mandatory Classes
Even if a couple gets along during a divorce proceeding, the courts require parents of minor children to attend parenting classes before the divorce will be granted. The parents can take the course online.
Legal Versus Physical Custody
Legal custody provides a parent the right to make decisions about their child’s day-to-day upbringing, school, religion, medical, education, and activity decisions. Physical custody is the possession of a child. Physical custody is called a possessory conservator when a minor child lives with a parent.
There are many rules and laws that cover a child custody arrangement and developing a plan that involves the best interest of the children. Mallios & Associates P.C. can help you develop a custody order that will benefit the parties involved. For more information, please feel free to visit mallioslaw.com.
