Montana SB466 establishes factors to consider when determining the best interests of a child.
Montana SB466 establishes factors to consider when determining the best interests of a child. These factors include the physical and emotional safety of the child, family integrity, the willingness of parents to facilitate a continuing relationship, the capacity of parents to meet the child's needs, and the child's cultural background. Courts must articulate the basis for their decisions but are not required to assign any weight to the factors.
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