Digital communication can be invaluable if you live away from your child in Florida. Including video calls in your time-sharing schedule offers a brilliant way to stay connected with your child. But does the law allow you to do it?
What does the law say?
Florida courts have the authority to establish communication between a child and a parent. This authority covers both in-person and digital communication. Consequently, you may request that the judge include video calls in your specific arrangement.
How will the court decide?
While Florida courts often allow video calls in child custody cases, they only grant approval after careful consideration. Here is what a court might ask before adding video calls to your time-sharing schedule:
- Does this form of communication actually benefit the child?
- Do both sides have practical, easy and affordable access to the required technology?
- Does either parent have a history of domestic violence or drug and alcohol abuse?
- Does the court find any other detail or circumstance important to the decision?
If you meet these conditions, the court may add digital communications to the schedule. You may also ask the court to add digital communication to an existing time-sharing schedule, provided the schedule does not prohibit electronic communication.
Why does legal guidance matter for virtual time-sharing?
The process might sound straightforward, but missing subtle legal nuances can derail your goals. An attorney experienced in child custody cases can evaluate your unique circumstances and provide the tailored strategy you need to fight for a favorable outcome.
