Indiana Parenting Time Clarification

Summary

The Indiana Parenting Guidelines prioritize holiday and extended parenting time over regular weekends, which can result in one parent having consecutive weekends. If a parent receives two consecutive weekends due to a holiday, they also get the third weekend. Regular alternating weekends continue throughout the year, and missed weekends due to holidays are anticipated to balance out. If the schedule seems unfair, consider discussing with your ex or seeking a court modification. Consulting a family law attorney may be beneficial if your ex is uncooperative.

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In * my ex gets * weekends in a row due to holiday and spring break. How is that?
Hi ****! Custody schedules can sometimes be impacted by holidays and school breaks. It's possible that your ex's weekends coincide with these events. Do you have a court-ordered parenting plan that outlines holiday and break schedules? This could provide clarity on how these situations should be handled.
We are to follow Indiana Parenting Guidelines
The Indiana Parenting Guidelines provide specific instructions on handling holidays and school breaks. Generally, the guidelines aim to ensure both parents have equitable time with the child. Here are some key points:
- Spring Break: Typically alternates annually between parents.
- Holidays: Often divided or alternated according to a predetermined schedule.
Do you have a copy of the Indiana Parenting Guidelines to refer to?
I do. It seems odd that one parent would get Spring Break and Easter and their normal weekend visits. Nothing states a parent should get 5weekends visits
It sounds like there may be a misunderstanding or misinterpretation of the Indiana Parenting Guidelines.
One question to clarify: Have you considered discussing this issue with your ex to see if a compromise can be reached regarding the time-sharing for those specific weeks?
If not, it might be helpful to consult a family law attorney for advice on how to proceed with amending the schedule or seeking a court modification.
The Holiday Parenting Time Schedule shall take precedence over regularly scheduled and extended parenting time. Extended parenting time takes precedence over regular parenting time unless otherwise indicated in these Guidelines. Alternating weekends shall be maintained throughout the year as follows. If a parent misses a regular weekend because it is the other parent's holiday, it will be lost. If a parent receives two consecutive weekends because of a holiday, that parent shall have the third weekend also. Regular alternating weekends shall continue throughout the year. Commentary A parent may receive three (*) consecutive weekends due to a holiday. It is anticipated that missed weekends due to holidays will balance out for each parent given the alternating schedule for the holidays provided for in these guidelines.
It seems you are correctly interpreting the guidelines, but the situation might still feel unfair. Since the guidelines anticipate balancing throughout the year, if it still seems inequitable, you may want to:
- Discuss the situation with your ex for an amicable solution.
- Consider seeking a court modification to address this specific issue.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with a court modification?
Please clarify what happens when a parent receives * consecutive weekends because of the way holiday and spring break falls?
Based on the Indiana Parenting Guidelines:
- The Holiday Parenting Time Schedule takes precedence over regular weekends.
- Extended parenting time takes precedence over regular weekends.
- If a parent receives two consecutive weekends due to a holiday, they also get the third weekend.
- Regular alternating weekends continue throughout the year.
- If one parent misses a weekend due to the other’s holiday, it’s lost.
Would you like help with understanding how to seek a court modification?
Guess I will have to hire an attorney. My ex is already uncooperative
It seems like you have a valid concern regarding the fairness of the current parenting schedule. Since your ex is uncooperative, it might be best to consult a family law attorney to discuss your options for seeking a court modification.
Would you like more information on how to find a family law attorney in your area?
I am not understanding how this is not outlined in Indiana Parenting Guidelines. A parent should never have to go * weekends without visitation
It seems your concern is valid regarding the fairness of the current parenting schedule.
- The Indiana Parenting Guidelines aim to balance time over the year.
- They allow for extended time during holidays and breaks, which can result in consecutive weekends.
Would you like guidance on filing for a court modification?