In a previous post, I outlined that to modify physical custody the parent seeking a change must show a material change in circumstance, that adversely affects the child, and it's in the child's best interest to change custody. Unlike most states, such a move by itself...
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Types of Child Custody in Mississippi
In Mississippi, custody of children is divided into physical and legal custody. By statute, physical custody refers to periods of time in which the child resides with one parent. Legal custody in turn refers to the decision-making rights related to health, education...
Youthful Indiscretions: How the Mississippi Youth Court Works
The Mississippi Youth Court is a unique option for juvenile legal cases in this state. So, let’s go over how it all works. The Mississippi Youth Court generally deals with cases involving children under the age of 18. The court has jurisdiction over three types of...
To Restrict or Not to Restrict, That is the Question. Visitation That Is.
In the context of a child custody case, how much control does the custodial parent have over the other parent’s visitation? Parents & Visitation Rights Occasionally, a custodial parent attempts to control the other parent’s visitation by dictating where it is to...