Florida H1061 aims to protect parental rights for medical marijuana users in custody and visitation cases.

Florida H1061 amends state law to ensure that a parent's status as a qualified patient for medical marijuana use cannot be the sole basis for denying or restricting their custody or visitation rights. It also prevents courts from presuming neglect or child endangerment based solely on this status. This protection applies when courts determine the best interests of the child in custody or dependency cases. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Florida H1061 aims to protect parental rights for medical marijuana users in custody and visitation cases.

Florida H1061 amends state law to ensure that a parent's status as a qualified patient for medical marijuana use cannot be the sole basis for denying or restricting their custody or visitation rights. It also prevents courts from presuming neglect or child endangerment based solely on this status. This protection applies when courts determine the best interests of the child in custody or dependency cases. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2026.