Child Custody & Visitation

Welcome to the Child Custody and Visitation section of FindLaw's Family Law Center, providing information and resources on custody decisions, custody problems, visitation rights, and more. To begin, please select one of the following:

• Custody & Visitation Basics - Introductory information on custody and visitation, including how decisions are made.

• Types of Custody - A look at joint vs. sole custody, differences between legal and physical custody, and more.

• Who Will Get Custody? - Factors and preferences in the custody decision.

• How to Get Custody - An in-depth guide to resolving custody through a parenting agreement or in court.

• Custody Problems - Information on interference with custody rights, out-of-state moves with children, and more.

• State Laws on (Divorce and) Child Custody - Links to divorce and child custody laws in all 50 states and DC.

• More Topics - Changes to custody arrangements, grandparents' rights to custody and visitation, and more.

• Get Help Now - Finding, talking to, and hiring a family law attorney.

• Forms and Resources - Helpful forms and tools related to child custody and visitation.

You can access these topics throughout the Child Custody and Visitation section via the links in the navigation bar at the top of the page. Also, be sure to use the "Browse" box on the left side of every page, as it contains links to additional information for each topic.