CJUS 640 LU Judges Decisions During Custody Cases Discussion

Question Description

I’m working on a law discussion question and need an explanation to help me understand better.

Topic: Interviewing Children, Sexual Abuse, and Child Custody

Thread: Discuss the aspects and questions judges should consider when deciding which parent a child should live with.

Should a judge ask the child what he or she desires? Would it matter? Should children automatically be given to their mothers? Discuss the difference between sole custody and joint custody. What are the pros and cons of each court decision?