Establishes a presumption for shared parenting in custody cases unless it's detrimental to the child.

This bill amends the domestic relations law to establish a presumption in matrimonial proceedings for awarding shared parenting of minor children unless it is proven that shared parenting would be detrimental to the child's best interests. It outlines an order of preference for awarding custody, prioritizing both parents jointly, then either parent, then other suitable persons. The bill defines shared parenting and requires a parenting plan for implementation.

Establishes a presumption for shared parenting in custody cases unless it's detrimental to the child.

This bill amends the domestic relations law to establish a presumption in matrimonial proceedings for awarding shared parenting of minor children unless it is proven that shared parenting would be detrimental to the child's best interests. It outlines an order of preference for awarding custody, prioritizing both parents jointly, then either parent, then other suitable persons. The bill defines shared parenting and requires a parenting plan for implementation.