In Utah,
custody is determined based on the best interests of the child. But how is that
determined? In Utah a few factors are considered before deciding which parent
will have custody of a child:
- Which parent is most likely to encourage continuous contact between the child and the child's other parent
- Past conduct and moral standards of the parents
- The child's relationship with the parents
There is also the option of Joint Custody:
- The geographical proximity between the parents
- Each parent's ability to place the needs of the child first
- Whether both parents have always participated in the child's upbringing
- The child's wishes, if the child is of an age to express a reasonable preference (age 12 or older)
- Any history of child abuse, spousal abuse or kidnapping
- Each parent's maturity and ability to avoid conflict
- The parents' ability to cooperate with one another
No
matter what the decision is, it leaves a lasting scar on a child that is likely
to follow them throughout life. If a child is lucky, the parents will be able
to communicate and get along post-divorce for the sake of the child. But of
course, if divorce involving a child can be avoided—that is the best possible
solution. Unfortunately life happens and that cannot always be the case.
So, if you find yourself in this situation at some point in your life,
seek an attorney who can help facilitate things smoothly between both parties,
for the sake of any children involved.
For more information about child custody in Utah or an attorney who can
help see the following websites:
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