Tag: Florida Timesharing Disputes

Child custody and visitation issues post-divorce can get messy and complicated. Violating custody agreements can even be considered a crime when they affect future custody and visitation arrangements, often to the detriment of the involved parties.

For these reasons, you always want to ensure that you are working with an attorney experienced in child custody and visitation matters. This can allow for the establishment of an arrangement that better fits the needs of the particular individuals and families involved, sometimes even preventing future conflict.

Under the law in Florida, anyone—including a parent—who commits interference with custody can be found guilty of a third degree felony. That being said, the law also provides for some defenses, such as when:

Rather than taking the risk of violating a child custody order or agreement, speaking with an attorney as a first step is the best way to ensure that you and your loved ones are protected. An attorney can help protect your rights as a parent and address any concerns you may have regarding child custody arrangements/visitation. An attorney may also assist with any necessary emergency relief, especially if you and/or your child are in danger or feel threatened. For example, working with an attorney to obtain a restraining order and/or emergency custody order from a judge.