Kentucky Child Custody State Law

Kentucky Revised Statutes, Chapter 403, Section 270 (KR.S. Sec. 403.270).

Custody, including joint custody, is ordered in accordance with the best interests of the child and equal consideration shall be given to each parent and to any primary caregiver as defined by the statute. The court shall consider all relevant factors including: the wishes of the child, parents and caregiver; the interaction and interrelationship of the child with his parents, siblings, and any other person who may significantly affect the child’s best interests; the child’s adjustment to his home, school, and community; the mental and physical health of all individuals involved; evidence of domestic violence; the extent to which the child has been cared for, nurtured, and supported by any primary caregiver; the circumstances under which the child was placed or allowed to remain in the custody of such person. For nonmarried parents, see KRS See. 405.020. The court shall not consider conduct of a proposed custodian that does not affect his relationship to the child. If domestic violence and abuse is alleged, the court shall determine the extent to which the domestic violence and abuse has affected the child and the child’s relationship to both parents.

Fathers Rights Blog | Child Custody State Law List .. Above info from a 2004 legal publication.
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