How Domestic Violence Affects Your Custody Case?

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MESNIK LAW PRESENTS
HOW DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AFFECTS YOUR CUSTODY CASE?
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Domestic violence clearly impacts custody cases
and hampers not only the decisions of the court
but also family relationships.
If one of the parents is an abuser in a
relationship, then it is a serious problem for
the safety of the children. The court decides
what will be in the children's best interest. If
there is proof regarding the abusive parent, then
it can change the perspective of the judge.
Judges usually prioritize the child's safety,
which might lead to supervised visits, reduced
parenting time, or even losing custody. The
emotional and mental effects of domestic violence
can be a problem in the childs growth and life.
Domestic violence consists of emotional,
physical, mental, and psychological abuse which
is between partners. It can be of various types
such as threats, manipulating emotionally,
everyday mental torture, financial control, and
physical assaults. The result of domestic
violence can have a harmful effect on your child.
They can be in serious trauma which can disturb
them emotionally in the long run.
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What is the Impact of Domestic Violence on
Custody Cases?
You need to understand how the court addresses
allegations of domestic violence cases and how it
can change the direction of your case from
positive to negative.
Signs of abuse
If clear evidence of domestic violence is
present, then it can greatly affect the courts
decision. Evidence of domestic violence can
include police reports, medical records, or
witness statements.
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Visitation rights
If a parent is viewed as a danger to the child
because of domestic violence, then the court has
the right to restrict their visitation rights.
They might be given a supervised visit, where a
third person will watch the abusive parent
spending time with the child.
Loss of custody
In some problematic cases, after looking at some
evidence, a court has the right to decide that a
parent's abusive behavior makes them unfit to
have custody.
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Parental alienation
There are some instances where an abusive parent
might try to turn the child against the other
parent which can create a harmful and stressful
situation. Courts are careful about this kind of
behavior and may look into claims of parental
alienation.
Impact on childs mental health
Children who get to see domestic abuse and
custody issues often deal with emotional and
mental health issues. This can include problems
like anxiety or depression.
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Final Thought
Domestic violence can greatly impact custody
cases including restriction on visitation rights
and legal custody rights. Courts always ensure
that the child is safe and is well protected by
the parent. Mensik Law Group is a family law
attorney in San Diego. We are known for our
strong advocacy skills and our team understands
the emotional and financial difficulties families
go through during legal matters. We will make
sure that your voice is heard and are satisfied
at the end.
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