Everything You Need to Know About Child Custody in Colombia

Child custody is one of the most sensitive issues in family law. Know your rights and options.

Types of Custody

Sole or single-parent custody

One parent has custody of the child. The other has visitation and child support rights.

Joint custody

Both parents share responsibility for the child's care in similar time periods.

Third-party custody

Granted to relatives (grandparents, aunts/uncles) when neither parent can exercise it.

Factors the Judge Evaluates

• Economic and emotional capacity of each parent
• Emotional bond with the child
• Stability of the family environment
• Child's opinion (if over 12 years old)
• History of domestic violence

Legal Process

The process can be handled through:

• Agreement between the parties: At a notary or conciliation center
• Judicial process: When there is no agreement

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