Ask the Attorney: Minor Child’s Preference

Question:
Is the minor child’s preference the only factor the judge will use to determine where he/she will reside?

Answer:
No. The preference of the child is only one of numerous factors the courts use to determine the best interest of the child for determining custody and a time-sharing schedule. Further, the court must first deem the child to be of sufficient intelligence, understanding, and experience to express a preference. F.S. 61.13(3). There is no precise minimum age or school grade for which the child’s preference will be utilized by the judge.

Comments

[Angelina]

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