North Carolina Child Custody Laws
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An order for custody of a minor child shall award the custody of such child to whom will best promote the interest and welfare of the child. In making the determination, the court shall consider all relevant factors including acts of domestic violence between the parties, the safety of the child, and the safety of either party from domestic violence by the other party and shall make findings accordingly. An order for custody must include findings of fact which support the determination of what is in the best interest of the child. Between the mother and father, whether natural or adoptive, no presumption shall apply as to who will better promote the interest and welfare of the child. Joint custody to the parents shall be considered upon the request of either parent.

Absent an order of the court to the contrary, each parent shall have equal access to the records of the minor child involving the health, education, and welfare of the child.

-From Section §50-13.2 of the North Carolina Statutes.

 

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Other pages on North Carolina laws:
General North Carolina Divorce Laws
Alimony Divorce Laws in North Carolina
North Carolina Child Custody Laws
North Carolina Child Support Laws
North Carolina Laws on Property Division

 

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