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Child Custody and Visitation Information by State

Having the right child custody and visitation information can make all the difference in your family law case. The laws and procedures that apply to your specific needs will depend on the state — and even the county — in which you live. Therefore, you must do your research and work with a local attorney whom you trust.

To make the research easier for you, below you can find links to child custody and visitation information at the national and state levels. The sources include information on parenting plans and agreements where available. You might also find what you're looking for on the state-specific Family Courts and Family Law Forms pages.

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National

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Delaware

District of Columbia

Florida

Georgia

Hawaii

Idaho

Illinois

Indiana

 

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Louisiana

Maine

Maryland

Massachusetts

Michigan

Minnesota

Mississippi

Missouri

Montana

Nebraska

Nevada

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

North Carolina

North Dakota

Ohio

Oklahoma

Oregon

Pennsylvania

Rhode Island

South Carolina

South Dakota

Tennessee

Texas

Utah

Vermont

Virginia

Washington

West Virginia

Wisconsin

Wyoming

Get Professional Legal Help with Your Child Custody Case

Child custody and visitation information varies by state, but forms and other resources are available. However, nothing matches the support that an experienced family law attorney can provide. They are well-versed in the laws of your state and can be your strongest advocate with the court. Get started today by finding a skilled family law attorney in your state.

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  • Custody & child visitation cases are emotional, and a lawyer can seek the best outcome
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