The policy of this court is to promote the best interests of children whose parents, or other interested parties, have a custody or parenting time (visitation) matter in juvenile court. The first step in doing this is to make sure the children are safe and protected. The second step is to help children have contact with each of their parents. The purpose of parenting time is to ensure that parents have an opportunity to maintain contact with their children in an environment that is both safe and comfortable for the child. Children do best when they have reliable, ongoing relationships with both parents. For more information contact the Resource Center at 440-279-1854 .

Custody and Parenting Time Issues

When a married couple is divorced, custody and parenting time issues are typically addressed in their divorce case filed in the General Division of the Geauga County Court of Common Pleas. When a couple was never married and have children, then custody and parenting time fall under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Division of the Court of Common Pleas. If the couple lives in two different counties, complaints to establish custody or visitation are typically filed in the county where the child resides. For more detailed information, please read the information sheet titled "Allocation of Parental Rights and Responsibilities under the Help Center tab

Parenting Time Information and Schedules

Local Parenting Time Schedule

Long Distance Parenting Time Schedule

Children's Bill of Rights

Supervised Visitation Rules

Non-Professional Supervised Visitation Guide

Notice of Intent to Relocate

Policy Regarding Legal Advice