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What Is Considered the “Best Interests of the Child” When Determining Custody?
When making determinations about child custody, courts generally follow the principle that a child’s best interests, rather than the parents’ desires, should dictate custody and visitation rights. While the parents’ needs are still considered, family courts tend to place more emphasis on the child’s adjustment and development. In Virginia, a child’s best interests are determined […]
