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What to Expect at a Child Custody Court Hearing
This is a roadmap to guide you if you are representing yourself at a child custody hearing and a list of things you can expect when you step into court. When you are attending a evidentiary hearing or a temporary child custody hearing for example the judge will follow a certain process. So it is very important to know what happens at a child custody hearing and the custody procedures.
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
When a couple divorces and there is a minor child involved, the divorce decree will specify which parent has physical custody as well as legal custody of the child. Physical custody determines where and with whom the child will live. Legal custody specifies who has the legal right to make important decisions about the child related to issues such as education, religion, medical issues, and discipline. check to learn more.
Child Support and Visitation in Alaska
If you have children and are about to go through either a divorce or separation proceeding, two of the main issues you will have to discuss are child support and visitation. Depending on the level of civility that exists between you and your former spouse, these issues can be resolved with varying degrees of ease. check to learn more.