FAQs

A: If you are concerned about travel, you may need a court order that restricts trips or requires mutual consent from each parent before the child can leave a particular area or country.

A: If there is evidence of abuse or danger to the child, you can seek a protective order or request supervised visitation to ensure safety.

A: No. In Alabama, courts do not favor parents based on gender. Instead, they are meant to assess which arrangement best supports the child’s welfare, which may include joint or sole custody for either parent.

A: Custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child in question. Courts will consider factors such as parenting ability, the child’s physical and emotional needs, stability, and each parent’s relationship with the child to determine custody.