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Alabama Child Custody Laws<\/h1>\n
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Working out a child custody arrangement with your soon-to-be ex is difficult, especially when emotions run high. The court becomes involved if the parents cannot work out an agreement on custody of the child.<\/p>\r\n

Child custody laws<\/a> vary between states. Under Alabama law, family law judges have several options, including:<\/p>\r\n