Mom Has a Moment of Weakness During a Difficult Divorce | Dad Seeks Sole Custody

This hearing focuses on a motion for suspension of parenting time and a change in custody and support filed by Grant Snyder (Plaintiff) against Bethany Lincoln (Defendant). The core issue revolves around the safety and well-being of their 11-year-old daughter, Ellie.

Plaintiff's Arguments:

Safety Concerns: Snyder argues that Lincoln's mental health issues, pose a danger to Ellie.
Lack of Transparency: Snyder contends that Lincoln's answers in her response raise more questions than answers, and he calls for further investigation and discovery to assess the situation fully.
Suspension of Parenting Time: Snyder believes that suspending parenting time until further investigation and a hearing are conducted is necessary to ensure Ellie's safety.
Change in Custody: Snyder requests a change in custody and a modification of the long-term parenting time schedule based on the presented evidence.
Defendant's Arguments:

Impact on Child: Lincoln emphasizes the impact of the suspension of parenting time on Ellie, highlighting the child's adjustment to a shared custody arrangement since the age of 2.
PPO Dismissal: Lincoln points out that the motion to terminate the Personal Protection Order (PPO) against her husband is pending and will be resolved soon.
No Danger to Child: Lincoln argues that police involvement and the lack of criminal history demonstrate that Ellie is safe in her care.
Drug Testing: Lincoln offers to take a drug test to address concerns raised by Snyder.

Psychological Evaluation Release: The court orders Lincoln to release her psychological evaluation and other relevant reports to Snyder through a protective order to ensure confidentiality.
Key Takeaways:

Parental Mental Health: The court recognizes the importance of addressing mental health issues, particularly when they impact a child's safety and well-being.
Balancing Child's Needs and Safety: The court attempts to balance the child's need for a relationship with both parents with the need to ensure her safety.
Discovery and Evidence: The court emphasizes the importance of discovery and evidence in determining the best course of action for the child's custody and well-being.
Next Steps:

Discovery will proceed between the parties.
Lincoln will release her psychological evaluation to Snyder.
The PPO motion will be heard and resolved.
Child support is money paid by one parent to the other parent for the purpose of providing financial support to a child or children. Most frequently, child support is paid by the non-custodial parent to the custodial parent, but this is not always the case. Depending on where you live and the agreement you reach, the child support you pay or receive and what expenses it should cover will vary.

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