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The Men's Center for Domestic Resolution
(816) 287-1530
Child Custody
Missouri law presumes joint custody arrangements are in the best interests of the children involved, unless evidence suggests otherwise. The law was signed by Missouri Governor Parson in July 6, 2023, making 50/50 custody the default in child custody matters. Under the new law, there is a "rebuttable presumption" that an award of equal, or nearly equal, parenting time is in the best interests of the child.
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When it comes to child custody there are two types in Missouri: Legal Custody & Physical Custody​​
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Legal Custody
Legal custody dictates the rights of the each parent to make decisions regarding, among other issues, the education, health care, and additional aspects of the upbringing of the children.
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Physical Custody
Physical custody is the right of the parents to have actual physical parenting time with the children. Like legal custody, physical custody may be joint or sole.
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