Kentucky Child Custody Lawyer

Overview of Kentucky Child Custody Law

The following are some of the key provisions of Kentucky child custody law:

• Custody: In Kentucky, there are two types of child custody: physical custody and legal custody. Physical custody refers to where the child will live, and legal custody refers to who has the right to make decisions about the child’s upbringing.

• The best interests of the child: The court will determine child custody based on the best interests of the child. The court will consider a variety of factors, including the child’s physical and emotional needs, the parents’ parenting skills, and the parents’ ability to cooperate.

• Shared parenting: Shared parenting is a type of child custody arrangement in which both parents have significant time with the child. Shared parenting is often the preferred arrangement for the child, but it is not always possible.

• Visitation: Visitation is the amount of time that the non-custodial parent has with the child. The amount of visitation will be determined by the court based on the best interests of the child.

• Modification: The court can modify a child custody order if there has been a significant change in circumstances.

If you are considering a child custody dispute in Kentucky, it is important to speak with an experienced child custody attorney. An attorney can help you understand your legal options and protect your child’s best interests.

References

Kentucky Revised Statutes:

• Section 403.270 – Custodial issues – Best interests of child shall determine – Rebuttable presumption that joint custody and equally shared parenting time is in child’s best interests – De facto custodian

• Section 403.280 – Temporary custody orders

• Section 403.290 – Child: court may interview, court may seek advice of professional personnel

• Section 403.300 – Investigation: court may order in custody proceedings – Attorney to receive copy

• Section 403.310 – Hearings: custody proceedings shall receive priority

• Section 403.315 – Presumption that joint custody and equally shared parenting time is in best interest of child inapplicable if domestic violence order entered against a party

• Section 403.320 – Visitation of minor child – Visitation rights of custodial relatives following termination of parental rights of others

• Section 403.322 – Custody, visitation, and inheritance rights denied parent convicted of felony sexual offense from which victim delivered a child – Waiver – Child support obligation

• Section 403.325 – Visitation denied parent convicted of homicide of other parent – Exception – Hearing required

• Section 403.330 – Judicial supervision of custody decree or agreement

• Section 403.340 – Modification of custody decree

• Section 403.350 – Affidavit required with motion for temporary custody order or for modification of custody decree

• Section 403.352 – Power of attorney for temporary delegation of parental rights and responsibilities regarding care and custody of a child

• Section 403.353 – Form of power of attorney authorized by this section, KRS 403.352, and KRS Chapter 403A

• Section 403.355 – Definition of “safe child drop-off location” – Child custody exchanges in these locations

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