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Child Custody Orders and COVID 19

Posted By The Graves Law Firm || 9-Apr-2020

CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION AND COVID 19 - at least for now.


1. Currently the parties are encouraged to continue to follow their current custodial orders. As it stands now, COVID 19 is not a reason to deny parenting timre. If this is of concern to you, it is suggested that you discuss any possible temporary modifications to your order with the other party, such as school related concerns, exchange locations, etc. The parties can agree to temporarily modify their custodial schedules and definitely put any modifications in writing. Otherwise, the parties are encouraged to follow their current orders.

2. Out of State Travel: If the parties agree that the child should not travel (airplane, train, etc.), the parties should attempt to allow additional Facetime/Zoom, etc. communication during the otherwise cancelled visit. Because stricter SheIter In Place Orders have been issued, it is not recommended that children fly at this time. However, if the parties are unable to agree to suspend any travel at this time, you may need to bring an emergency motion to the Court to decide this issue. Please attempt to mediate this issue first, before taking this matter to Court.

3. Social Distancing Concerns: If you have concerns about social distancing or high exposure to COVID 19, attempt to share your concerns with the other party and attempt to modify the current orders to accommodate your concerns and address the best interest of your child.

4. Patience: Both parties shall at least try (even if temporarily) to be understanding and patient with one another. We are all doing our best to find the best ways to keep our families safe during this time. If you lose time right now, it is very likely that you can either make up your time in the future, or find other ways to connect with your child until this is over.

5. Court Access: Courts (at least in Los Angeles County/Central District) are open for limited hearings, including emergency custody orders and domestic violence hearings, but I highly recommend this option as your last resort.

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