There are numerous situations in which the Court might order supervised visitation. While the situations may vary widely, what they have in common is a lack of information about the supervised parent's ability to appropriately parent a child in a manner that is safe and nurturing. The Court has a responsibility to ensure the safety and welfare of the child first, followed by frequent and continuing contact with the parents.

Yes, but it is your burden to show that there is an actual danger to the child and not that you just happen to dislike the other parent. Also, Courts in general are not going to find that the child is in danger just because your spouse is bringing your child into the presence of their new romantic interest. See similar questions...

Supervised visitation means that the non-custodial parent may not spend time alone with the child. It usually also means that the non-custodial parent may visit the child at a particular time and in a particular place. Supervised visitation centers can be found in the various counties throughout the state. See similar questions...

The primary reasons the Court orders Supervised Exchanges are: (1) alleged or documented history of conflict/violence between the parents at the time of exchange; or (2) alleged or documented chronic lateness and no-shows for unsupervised exchanges by one or the other party. See similar questions...

Supervised visitation means that all contact between the supervised parent and the child(ren) is under the direct eye shot and ear shot observation of the professional monitor from the beginning of the visit when the children are taken from the custodial parent to the end of the visit when the child is returned to the custodial parent. If the child(ren) is/are in contact with the supervised parent, the monitor is within eye shot and ear shot whether the visit is inside or outside. See similar questions...

The Colorado Trail Foundation offers supported treks along the CT every summer. All food is furnished; camp is moved and set up daily and leaders provided. The hiker is only responsible for carrying a daypack. See the supported treks page of this website for details or contact the CTF office. See similar questions...

The relationship you have with F.A.C.E.S. is considered a business relationship in which services are performed for a fee. Before you begin supervised visits both the custodial and non-custodial parent will be required to meet with F.A.C.E.S. in person (separately) to complete the Intake Application Interview and discuss certain topics about the visit. These topics include: Prepare for the interview as you would prepare for a business interview. Make a list of questions you have for F.A.C.E.S. See similar questions...

The law requires the Friend of the Court to enforce parenting time orders. If the Friend of the Court refuses to comply with the law you have a right to file a grievance regarding their procedures. The parents of the child(ren) are bound by the Court orders. However, one or more of the following may be considered: See if a different parenting time arrangement with the child(ren) and the other parent can be worked out. See similar questions...

Because family law courts in Florida are courts of equity, they can award visitation based on what the court determines is fair and is in the best interests of the minor children. Florida courts favor minor children spending as much time as possible with both parents. However, the court’s determination of how visitation will occur varies depending on the circumstances. See similar questions...

F.A.C.E.S. guiding principle is to protect the best interests of the children whose parents have a custody or visitation matter within the family courts. Sometimes, based on issues of protection and safety, a judge will decide that in order for a child to have contact with a parent, a neutral third person must be present during any visitation. See similar questions...

Observation: The monitor's role is to observe and document all interactions that occur within eye shot and ear shot of the monitor. The monitor is not to intervene unless the non-custodial party violates law, policies, or procedures, including threats to the child's emotional or physical safety. If either the CP or NCP asks for assistance in supporting the child in the visitation or exchange process, the monitor may provide it. See similar questions...

A parent seeking to visit with a child may file a petition in Family Court against the person or persons who have custody of the child. Custody and visitation matters are often heard together within the same hearing, but a visitation petition may also be filed as a separate matter. Other family members, such as grandparents or siblings, may also file a petition seeking an order of visitation. The court will order visitation if it is in the child's best interests. See similar questions...

F.A.C.E.S. makes every effort to keep your child safe and supports your child in enjoying the visit with the supervised parent. It is F.A.C.E.S.' job to make sure that the children involved in the visits are safe and free from any unnecessary stress. The monitor must be present at all times during the visit, listen to what is being said, and pay close attention to the child's behavior. If necessary, the monitor may interrupt or terminate a visit. See similar questions...

The California Judicial Council adopted guidelines in January of 1998 which established the first Uniform Standards for Supervised Visitation Services in the State of California. While the Council recommends following the same guidelines for supervised exchanges, it is not required. San Diego County adopted the Judicial Council guidelines as local rules in 1998. Training of monitors was one of the guidelines proposed by the Judicial Council and adopted by San Diego as a local rule. See similar questions...

The Court, or the parties and their legal representatives by agreement. Sometimes the professional monitors will make recommendations to the parties and their legal representatives if the monitor believes the child is not benefitting from the type of visitation/exchange being used. See similar questions...

Law enforcement personnel will enforce court orders, including enforcing supervised visitation and supervised exchanges. While the police can enforce orders, they do not have the authority to over ride the policies, procedures, and decisions of the professional monitor/agency. When a monitor/agency has decided to prevent or terminate an exchange, law enforcement cannot force the monitor or agency to change that decision. See similar questions...

The Co-Parenting Mediation Program currently contracts with WillWin Visitation Services, All R Kids Service, and Renaissance Services to provide neutral exchange (pick up and drop off) services and/or supervised parent-time (visitation). The Co-Parenting Mediation Program may pay for these services for up to 24 hours. If these services are used, the parents must agree to a follow up session with their mediator. See similar questions...

Either party may file a petition to have a custody or visitation order modified (changed). The party seeking to have the order modified must prove that there has been a substantial change of circumstances since the original order was issued. The court holds a hearing to determine if a change is in the child's best interests. See similar questions...