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What is Child Custody Based on in Colorado? Denver Family Lawyers
Child custody in Colorado is based on a legal standard called "What is in the best interest of the Children?" Child custody contains two key elements: parenting time and decision making. Child support is also often determined along with child custody, however there is a separate formula that determines this subject.
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Child Support and Visitation in Colorado
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. Child support can be one of the most contentious issues in a divorce or separation proceeding. check to learn more.
In Colorado, child custody is known as “allocation of decision-making responsibility” and “allocation of parental responsibility.” The allocation of responsibility is awarded by the court based on what is in the best interests of the child. check to learn more.