Child Custody

Legal Write-Ups

Military Considerations for Child Custody

Understand rules on how to make changes to child custody as a service member, also provides additional information for those currently deployed.

Find Legal Help

Many civil legal matters can be handled by a military legal assistance attorney at no cost to service members, find out how.
Go to the webpage: AmericanBar.org

Helpful Online Resources

Be Proactive with Child Custody

Understand custody rights for service members and steps that may be necessary to change custody.
Visit: MilitaryOneSource.mil

Child Custody Considerations for Members of the Military

Learn of the processes and protections available to assist service members with the challenges of being deployed and needing to make changes in custody.
Visit: MilitaryOneSource.mil

Military Parent Custody and Visitation

Learn of the Uniformed Deployed Parents Custody and Visitation Act (UDPCVA) and how each state views it.
Visit: NCSL.org