Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois
child visation
I have full custody of my son. we live in IL. He is going to 12 in April this year.
He does not like visiting his mom in South Carolina.
How old does he have to be to be able to not have to go on visitation?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: child visation
Hello. This is a sensitive topic. In
Illinois the courts handle this issue
on a case by case basis. Generally
Illinois courts will lean toward encouraging a child to spend time with both parents, unless there is
clear evidence that one or both parents will put the child at risk.
There really is no "magic age" per se. However, I do suggests
that you bring this issue to the
court's attention. If the situation
warrants, the court can order mom to
counseling before she can visit with
your child, assuming she will put your
child at risk when in her presence.
Will be happy to discuss this with
you further and in more detail.