The Impact of Domestic Violence on Child Custody Decisions
Family violence is terrible, particularly in relation to child custody. Children’s safety and welfare are never weighed against custody claims in California courts. Evidence of abuse can strongly sway these decisions, and, in some cases, limited or monitored visitation is given to the abusive parent.
Understanding the impact of domestic violence on child custody in California, the legal protections of children and survivors, and important components of custody cases is critical to dealing with these complicated circumstances.
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