Indiana Custody Holiday Schedule

Summary

Indianas custody guidelines aim to balance parental time, especially during holidays. In even years, the custodial parent gets the first half of Christmas break, including Christmas Day. If Christmas does not fall within their designated week, they have the child from Noon to 9:00 P.M. On Christmas Day. The guidelines strive to ensure both parents have meaningful time with their children. If you feel the arrangements are unfair, consider consulting a family law attorney to explore possible modifications to the custody order.

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According to Indiana Guidelines, custodial parent gets first half of Christmas break in even years. If the first day of break is December * and ends January 5th. What days does custodial parent get children?
Renee, based on Indiana Guidelines, the custodial parent would have the first half of Christmas break in even years. For the break from December * to January *:
- Custodial parent: December * to December * (first half)
- Non-custodial parent: December * to January * (second half)
Is there anything else you need help with?
Non custodial parent would also get Christmas Day, correct?
Hi Renee! Based on Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines, the non-custodial parent typically gets Christmas Day in odd-numbered years and the custodial parent gets it in even-numbered years. Since * is an odd-numbered year, the non-custodial parent would indeed have Christmas Day.
Is there anything else you need to clarify?
This is year *
Hi Renee! Since * is an even-numbered year, the custodial parent would get Christmas Day.
Let me know if there's anything else you need help with!
*. In those years when Christmas does not fall in a parent’s week, that parent shall have the child from Noon to *:* P.M. on Christmas Day. *. No exchanges under this portion of the rule shall occur af Does this no longer apply :
Hi Renee! The rules you mentioned still apply unless there have been specific changes to the court order. In even years, the custodial parent gets the first half of the break, including Christmas Day. If Christmas does not fall in their week, they get the child from Noon to *:* P.M.
Need more clarification on anything specific?
So in reality the noncustodial parent gets more time than just half
Hi Renee! It seems like you're right. If Christmas doesn't fall within the custodial parent's designated week, they would still get the child from Noon to *:* P.M. on Christmas Day. This does give the non-custodial parent more time overall.
Anything else you need assistance with?
So how is that fair
Hi Renee! I understand your concern about fairness. Custody arrangements can sometimes feel imbalanced. If you believe the current guidelines are unfair or not in the best interest of your child, you might consider discussing this with a family law attorney to explore possible modifications to the custody order. Would you like more information on how to proceed with that?
Only because in * the noncustodial parent gets spring break and Easter which entitles them to * weekends in a row
Hi Renee! I understand your concern. The custody arrangements as outlined seem to give the non-custodial parent a significant amount of consecutive time. If you feel this is not in the best interest of the child, you might want to consult with a family law attorney about modifying the custody order. Do you need information on how to find a family law attorney in Indiana?
that seems really unbalanced and State of Indiana doing a complete disservice to custodial parents and their children
Hey Renee! It sounds frustrating to feel like the custody arrangements aren't fair. If you believe the guidelines are not serving your child's best interests, seeking legal advice could help. Would you like information on how to contact a family law attorney in Indiana?
Explain the State of Indiana reasoning, if time is supposed to be balanced. What is the justification state is using?
Hey Renee! Indiana's reasoning for the custody guidelines is to ensure that both parents have meaningful time with their children, especially during holidays. The guidelines aim to balance time over the years, considering both parents' rights and the child's best interests. If you believe this is unfair, consulting a family law attorney might help. Do you need more information?