Parenting Time
Parenting time is controlled by statute (M.C.L.A. 722.27). The statute requires parenting time to be granted in accordance with the best interests of a child. There is a statutory presumption that it is in the best interests of a child to have a strong relationship with both parents. Parenting time must be granted in a frequency, duration and type reasonably calculated to promote that strong relationship with each parent. In addition, a child has a right to parenting time with each parent unless clear and convincing evidence is presented that it would endanger the child?s physical, mental or emotional health.
The Friend of the Court has formulated Parenting Time Plans which have been adapted by our Court when the parents have been unable to create their own parenting time plan. The schedules are age determinate based on the oldest child in family, as indicated. For children under the age of three (3) years, the Friend of the Court Office will establish a parenting time plan on a case-by-case basis, absent the parents formulating a plan. As stated above the schedules are determinated based on the oldest child in the family. Below please find the appropriate schedule for your children: