Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Abusive Behavior and Visitation

If the non-custodial parent has--name removed--history of violence and threats to take the children and has even done so at one point, not returning them, can visitation be denied--name removed--There are copies of restraining orders, arrest records and DSS reports.


Asked on 3/25/03, 3:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Debra Palazzo Law Offices of Debra Palazzo, LLC

Re: Abusive Behavior and Visitation

Visitation can be denied if the welfare of the child is jeopardized and/or the parent repeatedly violates visitation orders. However,you should request an order for "supervised visitation" at this time.

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Answered on 3/25/03, 8:51 pm


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