Family
May 17, 2013
When can, should a child testify in custody proceedings?
The state Legislature has recognized the right that a child's voice be heard in family law matters. By Aaron Dishon and Chandra Moss
"States' Parties shall assure to the child who is capable of forming his or her own views the right to express those views freely in all matters affecting the child, the views of the child being given due weight in accordance with the age and maturity of the child.
For this purpose, the child shall in particular be provided the opportunity to be heard in any judicial and administrative proceedin...
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