Understanding Your Visitation Rights and Responsibilities Together
Do you have questions regarding your visitation schedule? Hi, I’m Aaron Grubb, the Tahlequah attorney at Wirth Law Office. In this video, we’re going to go over the basics of visitation rights.
So what is visitation? Well, visitation is whenever one parent loses custody of their children but is still granted visitation rights via the court. The basic framework of how the court decides what the visitation looks like is based on the important needs of the child sometimes referred to as the best interest of the child.
The Role of the Court in Visitation Rights
The court also takes into consideration the constitutional fundamental rights of parents. In Oklahoma, there are specific guidelines found within the statutes regarding how visitation is structured. However, it’s important to note that in many cases, visitation and time with the child can be considered as a bargaining chip during negotiations.
This aspect can complicate the emotional landscape of custody discussions. For instance, we had a young mother discussing modifications to her visitation schedule with her ex-husband. In that case, the costs associated with transporting the child and computations for child support were relevant factors during the negotiation process.
Negotiating Visitation Schedules
In this specific scenario, the mother was able to negotiate more time on the weekends with her child. However, this flexibility came at a cost; the ex-husband agreed to pay additional child support in exchange for the increased visitation hours. This example illustrates how important it can be to acknowledge each party’s desires during settlement discussions.
If you have questions regarding your visitation schedule, my name is Aaron Grubb and you can contact me at tahlequahattorney.com. I’m here to help guide you through these complexities and ensure your rights are protected.
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Don’t navigate your visitation rights alone. Take the first step toward clarity and resolution by scheduling a low-cost initial strategy session with me. Call (918) 458-2677 today to discuss your situation and explore your options.
