Can I File a Custody Action for a Child?

We are often asked "can I file a custody action for a child in Kentucky? How does this work?" Custody may be sought on a non-emergency basis or on an emergency basis. On a non-emergency basis, the following people may file the initiating petition: a parent, a de facto custodian,...

How is Child Custody Determined in Kentucky

How is child custody determined in Kentucky? Child custody is determined by the Court. The Court decides what is in the best interest of the child(ren). The court shall consider all relevant factors including: (a) The wishes of the child's parent or parents, and any de facto custodian, as to his...