Virginia HB839 establishes a work group to study and recommend improvements to child custody proceedings for victims of family abuse.
Virginia HB839 creates a work group to study and recommend improvements to child custody proceedings for victims of family abuse. The work group will include representatives from various stakeholders, including survivors of family abuse, legal associations, and court judges. The group will analyze how power dynamics, harassment, and survivor perceptions impact custody outcomes. They will also consider the need for affordable legal representation, judicial education, and greater oversight for judges. The work group will submit a report with findings and recommendations by November 1, 2026.
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