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Nov 29

1999

Ask a Lawyer: A Child's Choice?

Posted by: Dads Divorce on Nov 29, 1999

Tagged in: WA , Visitation , Parenting , custody , Ask A Lawyer

Question:

At what age can a child have a say in which parent they choose to live with in the state of Washington?

Answer:

I am not licensed in Washington. Laws concerning custody will vary from state to state so also seek the advice of an attorney in your state. While most states will have an age at which more consideration is given to the child's wishes it is unlikely to be the only factor. Courts decide custody based on the child's best interest. Since minors can determine what is in their best interest, they cannot decide where to live. That does not mean that the court will not factor in their wishes especially if they are older. Consult an attorney in your state to determine how much weight is given to child's wishes in your state.

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