Washington State Forms 17 For Parenting Plan In Utah
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18. It is a common misperception that children in Wa. state have a right to choose with which parent they want to live -- THAT RIGHT DOES NOT EXIST. Child custody issues are solely within the province of a Judge and the child's parents. Children are never allowed to dictate in Wa.
There is no certain age at which children get to choose with which parent they live.
What Age Can a Child Refuse Visitation in Washington? Parenting plans or custody orders will stay in place until a child reaches 18, is emancipated, or the order is modified. Before then, the children and their parents must obey the existing orders.
Cooperate with Co-Parent: Work together with the other parent to ensure the transition is smooth. Discuss schedules, rules, and how to maintain a consistent parenting approach. Focus on Stability: Ensure that your child feels secure in their choice. Help them adjust to the new living situation by being supportive.
In Washington state, if you are in a situation where the other parent to your child is not following the parenting plan in bad faith, then your recourse is to file a contempt action in court.
Every child custody case begins with a petition that is filed with the Court. For married parents, a “Petition for Divorce” will be filed and for unmarried parents, a “Petition for Paternity” or a “Petition for Custody, Visitation, and Support” will be filed.
In Washington state, if you are in a situation where the other parent to your child is not following the parenting plan in bad faith, then your recourse is to file a contempt action in court.
In Utah, the court will usually not consider a child's preference unless they are 14. However, the child's preferences are not the only factor the court finds. The judge may place more weight on the child's wishes if they are 16 or older.
If a parent withholds a child from the other parent for an extended period without good cause, the Court may preclude or limit residential time with the offending parent.
The child never gets to make that decision of their own in the state of Utah. However, there is a statute that indicates that when a child turns 14 years of age, their preference will be given added weight. There are about 14 different factors that the court looks at in determining custody.
