Q: My son does not want to see his dad anymore he’s 17 and will be 18 in 6 months. Is this a possible chance in court?
He doesnt want to be there another day and we have NOT settled college because he was too young at time our divorce finalized. I am assuming he’ll lose that. Main factor his dad is a drug user but hard to prove. This is an INDIANA case.
A:
Short answer: Probably.
Illinois follows the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. To be most specific, in Illinois, custody is decided based on what is in the best interest of the child.
The court considers many items when making a custody decision, including:
The relationship between the child and each parent, family members, and people close to the family
If each parent will work to create a close relationship between the child and both parents
If the parents can cooperate in raising the child
The child's home, school, and community adjustment
The mental and physical health of all people involved in the child's life, including the child
If the child would be in danger of physical harm or abuse if placed with one parent
Any other item that is important to the child's best interest
Based on the fact that your son is 17 years old, a Court will seriously listen to his decision.
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