Lawmakers are increasingly debating custody reforms centered around two main frameworks: the traditional “best interest of the child” standard, which…
When Custody Exchanges Turn Dangerous
A recent arrest in Barstow, California, highlights significant flaws in family court systems regarding custody exchanges, which often escalate into…
New Mexico Ends a Practice That Should Never Have Been Normal
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has banned children in state custody from sleeping overnight in government offices, addressing a…
An Indiana Judge Says Divorce Trauma Is Real—and Early Help Works
In Vigo County, Judge Lakshmi Reddy highlights the long-term effects of divorce on children, advocating for a Family Court counseling…
When Systems Miss the Warning Signs: Why Indiana’s “Gabby Petito Act” Matters to Families
The article discusses Indiana's House Bill 1310, the “Gabby Petito Act,” which mandates lethality assessments by officers responding to domestic…
New York Ends Anonymous CPS Hotline Calls — A Shift That Matters for Parents in Family Court
In December 2025, New York's Anti-Harassment in Reporting Act mandates that anyone reporting child abuse or neglect must provide their…
When DIY Parenthood Meets Family Court
The Florida Supreme Court's recent ruling clarifies that informal, at-home insemination does not automatically strip donors of parental rights, exposing…
Tennessee’s County-Level Gun Relinquishment Fix Highlights a Larger Due Process Debate
Tennessee is implementing changes to firearm transfer documentation for individuals with domestic violence convictions or protection orders, aiming to close…
Trusted Until It Matters
The article highlights the inconsistencies in family court regarding claims of distrust between parents. It criticizes the system for accepting…
New Travel Ban Quietly Freezes International Adoptions—And Leaves Children in the Crossfire
The January 1, 2026, presidential order suspends international adoptions from 39 "high-risk" countries, affecting families amid rising political tensions. Critics…