I represent a lot of clients charged with domestic violence in Michigan, and it's quite common that the other spouse soon follows with divorce proceedings against my client, so I've put together some helpful articles on family law issues related to domestic violence charges in Michigan.
Does a child's preference matter in determining custody in Michigan?
In Michigan the court will apply a "reasonable preference" as one of the factors in making a determination. A Michigan judge may question the child outside the courtroom in order to obtain the preference, which removes the child from having to state their preference in front of both parents. A Michigan court must state on the record if a preference was expressed, and if the preference was considered in the decision, but the court does not need to announce the preference, it will just be one factor of the court's decision. In general, the older and more mature the child, the greater weight the preference in the court coming to a decision.
To learn more about your case, and to discuss your options, visit my website:www.michiganlawgrad.com and give me a call 24 hours a day at 248-924-9458.
- Attorney Paul is a former New York City and Michigan Prosecutor. Jonathan graduated from the University of Michigan Law School, and was recently selected by Super Lawyers Magazine as one of the top criminal lawyers in Michigan.
Does a child's preference matter in determining custody in Michigan?
In Michigan the court will apply a "reasonable preference" as one of the factors in making a determination. A Michigan judge may question the child outside the courtroom in order to obtain the preference, which removes the child from having to state their preference in front of both parents. A Michigan court must state on the record if a preference was expressed, and if the preference was considered in the decision, but the court does not need to announce the preference, it will just be one factor of the court's decision. In general, the older and more mature the child, the greater weight the preference in the court coming to a decision.
To learn more about your case, and to discuss your options, visit my website:www.michiganlawgrad.com and give me a call 24 hours a day at 248-924-9458.
- Attorney Paul is a former New York City and Michigan Prosecutor. Jonathan graduated from the University of Michigan Law School, and was recently selected by Super Lawyers Magazine as one of the top criminal lawyers in Michigan.