Bill > SB136

This bill establishes a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child upon the petition of either parent for an initial determination. The presumption can be rebutted by evidence showing that joint physical custody is not in the best interest of the child based on factors such as the parents' ability to communicate and cooperate, the child's relationship with each parent, and any history of domestic abuse. The bill also requires the court to consider specific factors when determining custody arrangements and allows the court to order home studies, custody evaluations, or mediation prior to ruling on a joint physical custody petition.