Welcome to the fastest and easiest way to find out about child custody law in Washington.
How to approach your child custody question depends on your personal circumstances. Most people find themselves wrestling with issues of parental responsibility at the time of a divorce from the child’s other parent. But child custody concerns arise in many other circumstances as well—for example, if a child’s parents never married or if a grandparent or other family member has concerns about a child’s wellbeing.
Here, you'll find clear and accurate information about how to get custody of a child, including:
To start, here are some important things to keep in mind if you find yourself facing a possible child custody fight:
Learn about the child custody resources available to you at the Washington's 39 County Family Courts.
Resources and Takeaways: To study the specific factors used by Washington family law judges, read Washington Code Section 26.09.184. If you’re working with a lawyer, mediator, or both, ask them for help understanding how Washington law applies to your specific circumstances. And be sure to take advantage of any self-help resources available from the Washington family law court for King County.
