How Does Domestic Violence Impact a Child Custody Case

When domestic violence is substantiated, the court may enforce strict limitations on the offending parent's interaction with the child, such as requiring supervised visitation or, in severe cases, completely terminating parental rights. The primary objective is to safeguard the child from any further harm while evaluating whether maintaining a relationship with both parents is feasible and safe.

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