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Are Your Child Visitation Rights Denied in Idaho? What Are Your Options?

Understanding Child Visitation Rights in Idaho: A Comprehensive Guide Navigating child visitation in Idaho can be a complex and emotionally charged process. At its core, Idaho law prioritizes the best interests of the child . This principle guides every decision courts make regarding where a child lives, with whom, and how often they see each parent. This guide aims to provide practical, actionable information for parents seeking to establish, modify, or enforce visitation rights in Idaho. The Foundation: Best Interests of the Child in Idaho In Idaho, when courts determine visitation (or "parenting time," as it's often called), they don't look at what's best for the parents, but solely at what serves the child's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This is a fundamental legal principle under Idaho Code § 32-717. Factors a court may consider include, but are not limited to: 🗣️ The wishes of the child, if mature enough...