Ohio · OH
A plain-English reference to Ohio custody terminology, joint custody, parenting time, relocation, child preferences, and order changes.
O.R.C. § 3109.04 (shared parenting). In Ohio, courts generally describe the schedule as a shared parenting plan. The court's decision is based on the child's best interests, not simply a parent's preferred percentage of time.
No presumption; either or both parents may file a shared parenting plan.
The court may interview the child in chambers; a guardian ad litem may be appointed.
A notice of intent to relocate must be filed with the court that issued the order.
A change in circumstances of the child or residential parent plus best interests, with a harm-versus-benefit test.
Under the UCCJEA the child generally must have lived in the state for the 6 months before filing (or since birth, if younger). Ohio distinguishes between 'sole' custody and 'shared parenting,' each with its own plan requirements.
Put regular time, holidays, exchanges, communication, and dispute steps in one written plan. Then keep the actual schedule and handoffs organized as circumstances change.
Ohio applies the statute or rule summarized above and decides parenting time by the child's best interests. Read the official court resource before filing.
A notice of intent to relocate must be filed with the court that issued the order.
A change in circumstances of the child or residential parent plus best interests, with a harm-versus-benefit test.
Compare the rule with your written plan, schedule, and records before you file or negotiate.
Filing venue, required classes, and the terminology each state's courts use.
2-2-3, 2-2-5-5, week-on/week-off, and every other common rotation.
Count overnights across a full cycle the way state worksheets do.
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Applies your state's own guideline model to your numbers.
Terminology, parent-education requirements, and filing venue are taken from each state's court self-help materials and statutes. Requirements change — confirm with the court where you file.
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