California Child Custody Laws
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Find information about child custody in California, including how it's determined, visitation rights, modification of custody, move away cases, and more.
California Child Custody Basics
Start here for basic information.
California courts award custody of children based on the "best interests of the child" standard. Here's how it works.
Common questions & answers about child custody and visitation in California.
This article provides an overview of some important custody terms and how they're used in California.
In severely damaged relationships between spouses, another party to the family relationship – the child – may suffer from the continued battles of the parents.
Visitation Rights & Custody Modification
A custody and visitation plan must be in writing and signed by both parties and a judge to be enforceable.
When a divorce occurs or unwed parents break up, California law provides for both parents under most circumstances to retain rights to child visitation.
Learn about modifying child custody based on the child's preference, and how you can defend it.
Child Relocation Issues
What happens if the custodial parent wants to move away with the child(ren)?
What you can do if the custodial parent of your children wants to move away with them.