How Does The New Shared Parenting Law Signed In Kentucky Impact Ohio?
Kentucky took a step closer on April 12, 2017 to making shared parenting in instances of divorce the norm in the state. Â House Bill 492, received unanimous support in both the House and Senate. Â The new law was also supported by an overwhelming amount of research showing it is in a child’s best interest to have as close to equal time with both parents in instances of divorce, particularly early on in the process.
“Children are now more likely to see both parents regularly after a divorce, which is a huge win for the children of Kentucky considering research consistently shows shared parenting is in the best interest of children when their parents divorce,” said Matt Hale, Chair of National Parents Organization of Kentucky. “Plus, parents are no longer in the high-conflict winner win all and loser lose all situation”.
The new law amends KRS 403.280, allowing a court to adopt a prior parental temporary custody agreement as the court’s temporary custody order. However, the agreement must be mutually agreed upon while adequately providing for the child’s welfare. The new law also creates a temporary joint … Read More... “Shared Parenting: Kentucky Governor Signs New Law, Is Ohio Behind the Times?”