Utah Child Custody

http://longokura.com - Learn about the different types of child custody in Utah as well as the factors the court take into consideration when determining custody.

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Child Support and Visitation in Utah

In Utah, the courts follow Utah Code 30-3-5 as a basic layout of the rules for determining the amount of support that is to be paid.  Utah uses the Income Shares method to determine child support, which means that the level of support is determined by the income of both parents.

Child Custody in Utah

According to Utah law, courts may award sole or joint custody based on the best interest and welfare of the child. The best interest and welfare of the child are determined by the court's consideration and evaluation of the following factors:

Past conduct and moral standards of the parents
Which parent is likely to act in the best interest of the child
Which parent is most likely to allow frequent and continuing contact with the non-custodial parent