Only Indiana and Texas has laws setting out a specific age at which a child can make a choice the court is requiredto abide by, and even than there are some limitations. With those states, it is age 14. In all other states, the general rule of thumb is that a 12 year old can express and opinion, however the judge is under not legal obligation to consider, or even hear it. In either case, a motion to the court must be filed for a determination to be made. However, the child should be informed that there are alternatives to choosing to live with just one parent. The child should also be advised they can express a choice that they remain in one home and each parent can live with them for a designated period of time, than switch. This is called Bird Nest Custody.
Check link below for more info.There may be some states - including Idaho - which have a specific law concerning what age a child can be to decide that.
However, in general, the judge examines the child and sees if the child is competent enough to make the decision. I've not heard of a child being competent under the age of 9. Nor have I heard it delayed after the age of 14.
Idaho has also "custody evaluators", who are usually social workers, who will examine the child and the family and then advise the judge.
Consult with an attorney in your area, to get advice on your specific situation.
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in the state of nebraska how old does the child have to be in order to choose which parent they want to live with
18. Until then, if the parent has court-ordered visitation, it has to be followed. If there is a legitimate reason the child does not want to visit the parent, the custodial parent can petition the court to revise the visitation order. Be aware the court will not deny a parent the right to visitation without a very goodreason.
The guidelines are basically the same in every state but obviously there are a few minor differences. Joint custody consists of Primary Custody & Secondary Custody. The parent with primary custody is who the child lives with & the other parent has secondary custody. Depending on the age of the child & the state in which they reside, the court may let them determine where they choose to live. Or if both parents agree on the child's decision then the child can live with either parent.
No, it stays in the state of the obligor parent, as it should.
I believe that the minimum age is 12.
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In South Carolina, a child's preferences regarding custody are taken into consideration by the court typically when they are around the age of 14 or older. However, the final decision on custody is made by the court based on the best interests of the child.
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In Maine, a child does not have the legal right to choose which parent they want to live with. The court will consider the child's preference as one factor among many when determining custody arrangements, typically starting around age 12. Ultimately, the court will prioritize the best interests of the child in making custody decisions.
it is up to you if you want to grant your child permission to chose which parent to live with, in the state of NJ they do not give minors this power
In South Dakota, a child's preference may be considered by a judge in custody matters, but it is not the sole factor. The judge will consider the child's best interests, which include factors such as the child's relationship with each parent, each parent's ability to care for the child, and the child's safety and well-being. Ultimately, the court will make a decision based on what it deems to be in the child's best interests.
in the state of nebraska how old does the child have to be in order to choose which parent they want to live with
Many states allow the parent to sanction child support out of state. research the laws for both states adn see which state offers the best options for you child / children.
No, the court can bar a custodial parent from taking the child out of state away from the non-custodial parent, but cannot force the custodial parent to relocate to be closer to the NCP after they move.