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730 Custody Evaluation
In California, a child custody evaluation may be ordered under section 730 of the Evidence Code when expert evidence is needed to help the court, typically, to help the court determine the best parenting arrangment for the child.
A 730 custody evaluation, is an in-depth evaluation or investitgation of the parties family, family dynamics, and the child's relationship with the parent's and caregivers, which generally includes psychological testing. The evaluation is carried out by a mental health professional, also known as a custody evaluator, who will provide the court with expert opinion as to what he/she believes would be the in the child's overall best interest.
California Evidence Code Section §730 states, "When it appears to the court, at any time before or during the trial of an action, that expert evidence is or may be required by the court or by any party to the action, the court on its own motion or on motion of any party may appoint one or more experts to investigate, to render a report as may be ordered by the court, and to testify as an expert at the trial of the action relative to the fact or matter as to which the expert evidence is or may be required.
The court may fix the compensation for these services, if any, rendered by any person appointed under this section, in addition to any service as a witness, at the amount as seems reasonable to the court.
Nothing in this section shall be construed to permit a person to perform any act for which a license is required unless the person holds the appropriate license to lawfully perform that act."
More About 730 Custody Evaluations
Whether you are currently involved in a 730 child custody evaluation or if you have never been
through one, a "730 evaluation" is an important procedure you should become familiar with.
Having a general knowledge and awareness of common legal procedures and with the help of an
experienced family law attorney or divorce attorney, you can have greater assurance that you
are doing what is necessary to protect your parental rights, parental responsibilities, and
your relationship with your children.
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