How does the court treat allegations of domestic violence in a custody case?

Domestic violence is taken very seriously in New York custody matters. When the court finds that domestic violence occurred, it examines how the conduct affects the child’s safety and the parent’s ability to care for the child. The judge may limit parenting time, order supervised visitation, or award sole custody to the other parent when the facts support those restrictions. Each situation requires close analysis to determine a custody arrangement that supports the child’s safety.