What are the Child Custody Rights of the Non-custodial Parent in Ohio?
When parents separate or divorce a court must decide custody of any children. Custody is determined using the “best interests of the child” standard. If a court decides to award sole custody to only one parent, in Ohio the non-custodial parent has the right to enjoy liberal visitation with his child. In addition, a child custody order may be modified and a non-custodial parent may be entitled to share joint custody or receive sole custody. Child Custody In Ohio, a child custody order is also called “allocation of parental rights and responsibilities.” A court can award joint custody to both parents or sole custody to one parent. The court’s decision will be based on several factors in order to determine an arrangement that is in the “best interests of the child.” They include: (1) the parents’ preferences as to custody, especially if one parent does not request custody of the child, (2) the child’s preference, (3) the parents’ physical and mental health, especially if either suffers fr
