Custody Evaluation Guidelines

Custody evaluation guidelines are standards professionals follow to fairly assess what custody arrangement is best for a child during parental separation or divorce. These guidelines ensure an impartial process by considering the child's needs, family dynamics, and each parent's ability to care for them. Evaluators gather information through interviews, reports, and observations, aiming to make recommendations that promote the child's well-being and stability. The goal is to help courts determine a custody plan that supports healthy development and maintains meaningful relationships with both parents whenever possible.