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Legal Information: Louisiana

Custody

Laws current as of November 18, 2025

Where can I find out more information about custody in Louisiana?

The following links may be helpful:

  • For information about grandparents’ custody and visitation rights, you can read the resource guide published by the Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs.  
  • The Louisiana State Bar Association has information about custody in its divorce brochure, including information about the factors a judge will consider when determining what custody arrangement is in the child’s best interests.
  • Louisiana Law Help has additional links with Louisiana-specific custody information.

Please note that WomensLaw.org has no relationship with these organizations and cannot vouch for the information contained on their sites. We provide these links for your information only.

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