Learn about the types of child custody and parenting time orders, who can file for child custody, and how to file or change child custody orders.
When parents are separating, they may disagree about issues regarding their child. When the child is under 18, one or both parents can ask the court to make decisions for them by getting a court order for child custody or parenting time. For information about custody when you're not a parent, please see Guardianship of Minors.
Filing for custody
Learn about eligibility, the filing process, and how to get an immediate order.
