Reform Alabama Custody Law

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Reform Alabama Custody Law

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Child Custody and Relocation Laws in Alabama

Alabama law requires the custodial parent to provide notice of any change in the child’s residence to the other parent at least 45 days before the proposed move. In Alabama, one parent’s proposed move reopens the question of who should get custody. check to learn more.

What Are Child Custody Laws in Alabama?

If an Alabama court determines that domestic violence has occurred, the court will presume that it is not in the best interests of the child to be placed in the sole custody or joint legal or physical custody of the person accused of domestic or family violence. check to learn more.

Child Custody in Alabama

Alabama courts may award either sole custody or joint custody, with their decision being made based on whichever situation best serves the child's wellbeing. Alabama courts have discretion regarding visitation, even if the parents have previously agreed to no visitation. check to learn more.

Child Support Enforcement Division

The Child Support Enforcement (CSE or IV-D) Program is a joint Federal & State effort to help families establish paternity (when necessary), obtain orders for payment of child support, and secure compliance with child support court orders. check to learn more.

Alabama Child Support

Alabama child support is typically calculated by using a Child Support Worksheet. The worksheet generates the appropriate child support obligation according to each spouse's income and other relative numeric factors, such as taxes paid and retirement contributions. check to learn more.