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Custody Case

In cases of divorce or the cases where the parents are no longer living together, the court has the jurisdiction to determine child custody arrangements. When determining which home to put a child, the court has to go all-out to reach a decision that focuses on the best interests of the child. The decision as to consider the wishes of the child’s parents and the relationship the child has with both the parents.

From the case, there are many significant facts from both parties involved in the case. For instance, when one looks at the mother, she does have an environment that is not suitable for the child. She does have violence, and her boyfriend uses drugs that he once admitted this in court. This is dangerous for the mother, but good for the father since the father has only been charged with assault but he did corporate with the relevant authorities. Additionally, comparing the life history for both parties, the mother seems to have many problems that the father. At some point, the mother said that her father tried to chock her. This means that the mother has many issues hence the violence she shows. Unlike the mother, the father seems to have a smooth life history than the mother.

The father of this case should be given primary residence of the child. This is because when comparing who has the best environment for the growth and development of the child is the father. The father does not have any anger issues or the presence of drugs around him. The mother in this case should be given standard visitation of the child every 1st, 3rd, & fifth weekend of the month. This is because the child does want to go visit his mother. The grandparents should have extended visitation time in the summer. This is because when a child is there, he seems to enjoy himself and also seem to be in a playful mood. This is good for his development.