Judges in Flagstaff, AZ, and across the state consider a number of factors when determining legal and physical child custody, including:
The wishes of both parents and the children
The children's relationship with each parent and other children or family members in each household
Each parent's physical and mental health
Each parents willingness to encourage a positive ongoing relationship with the other parent (where appropriate)
Whether one parent has been the primary caregiver for the child or children in the past
Convictions for drug abuse, DUIs, domestic abuse, and other legal issues
If applicable, the child's special needs