Can my 6 year old make the decison whether or not he sees his father?
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Can my 6 year old make the decison whether or not he sees his father?
Asked on January 6, 2013 under Family Law, New York
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
No, a six-year old may NOT make the decision to not see his father. If you do not take the child to see his father, you would be in violation of any custody agreement or court order between the two of you.
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