Kentucky Custody Calculator
Understanding Kentucky's discretion-based approach to custody determinations.
Kentucky Shared Custody
Court Discretion
No Formula in Guidelines
How it works
Case-by-case determination
Statute
921 KAR 1:020
What This Means
- No formula: Kentucky's child support guidelines do not specify a shared custody formula.
- Deviation-based: Courts use discretion to evaluate each custody situation.
- Best interests: Courts focus on what arrangement serves the child's best interests.
Kentucky Resources
Consult with a Kentucky family law attorney for guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kentucky have an overnight threshold?
No. Kentucky's guidelines do not specify a formula or threshold for shared custody.
How does Kentucky determine shared custody?
Kentucky courts evaluate each case individually based on the specific circumstances and the child's best interests.
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