North Carolina Child Custody and Visitation

This video will help you file for Custody/Visitation, or for court.

Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.

Family and Custody in North Carolina

A great resource for family law and custody issues for minor children in North Carolina. This pamphlet seeks to explain North Carolina laws on child custody, child visitation rights, and child support by answering frequently asked questions about these matters. check to learn more.

North Carolina Child Custody Laws

When a couple divorces and there is a minor child involved, the divorce decree will specify who 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.