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Family LawFlorida, USA

Florida Statutes Section 61.13

Summary

Mandates that all matters related to parenting and time-sharing must be decided based on the best interests of the child using specific statutory factors.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right of the child to have frequent and continuing contact with both parents.
  • 02.
    Right to a parenting plan that addresses daily tasks and healthcare responsibilities.
  • 03.
    Right to have the child's safety and well-being prioritized over parental preference.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Loss of time-sharing (visitation) privileges.
  • 02.
    Requirement to attend parenting classes.
  • 03.
    Modification of existing custody orders to protect the child.

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