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Idaho Child Custody Laws<\/h1>\n
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When the parents of minor children break up, parents must share the responsibility to provide care and financial support for the children. Child custody<\/a> determines where the child lives primarily, who makes major decisions (about education, health, etc.), and how the parents share time with their child(ren).<\/p>\r\n

This article provides a brief overview of child custody laws in the state of Idaho.<\/p>\r\n

Child Custody Laws in Idaho: At a Glance<\/h2>\r\n

The following table details the main child custody laws in Idaho.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Code Sections<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

\u00a7 32\u2013717 et seq.<\/a> of the Idaho Code<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>

Year Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Adopted<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

2000<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>

Joint Custody an Option?<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

Yes, parents can share joint physical custody, or where the child resides with both parents at different times; in addition, parents can share joint legal custody<\/a> or decision-making rights as to the child’s health, education, and general welfare; note, if one of the parents has been a habitual perpetrator of domestic violence, then joint custody is presumed to not be in the best interest of the child<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>

Grandparent Visitation Rights Recognized?<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

Yes, \u00a7 32-717(3)<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>

Child’s Own Wishes Considered?<\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

Yes, a child’s wishes about who takes care of them are considered<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

Note: State laws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.<\/i><\/p>\r\n

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