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Laws current as of March 27, 2024 Can a parent who committed violence get custody or parenting time?
The judge will take into consideration any act of domestic violence committed by either parent, regardless of whether the violence was directed against, or witnessed by, the child.1 It is possible, however, that a parent who has committed violence will get custody or parenting time.
It is recommended that you seek legal advice from a lawyer to assist you in a custody case involving domestic violence issues. For information on how to find a lawyer, see our Michigan Finding a Lawyer page.
1 See MCL § 722.23(k)
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