Concerning the custody of a child when a parent has a history of domestic violence.

Also relevant to:Survivor (domestic or sexual violence)

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This bill changes how child custody is handled when a parent has a history of domestic violence. Currently, parents have equal rights to custody unless there's misconduct. This bill would specifically define a history of domestic violence against a parent as misconduct, potentially affecting custody decisions.

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