Iowa HF2014 allows children aged 16 and older to request a hearing to modify custody and visitation orders.

Iowa HF2014 amends the state code to allow children aged 16 and older to request a hearing to modify court-established physical care and visitation rights. The court must consider the child's preference unless it finds clear and convincing evidence of coercion, imminent danger, or prohibition of a parent's right to raise the child. Factors for consideration include visitation frequency, compliance with existing orders, and each parent's ability to make significant life decisions. The bill also ensures that courts retain authority to issue protective orders for child welfare.

Iowa HF2014 allows children aged 16 and older to request a hearing to modify custody and visitation orders.

Iowa HF2014 amends the state code to allow children aged 16 and older to request a hearing to modify court-established physical care and visitation rights. The court must consider the child's preference unless it finds clear and convincing evidence of coercion, imminent danger, or prohibition of a parent's right to raise the child. Factors for consideration include visitation frequency, compliance with existing orders, and each parent's ability to make significant life decisions. The bill also ensures that courts retain authority to issue protective orders for child welfare.