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Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
To determine a matter under this subchapter, the court shall consider:
(1) The best interests of the child;
(2) The right of a parent for frequent and continuing contact with his or her child;
(3) The rights of a custodian under an order from a court of competent jurisdiction in the State of Arkansas;
(4) The risk of the child's becoming a victim of international child abduction by a parent, custodian, or any person acting on the behalf of the parent or custodian, based on the court's evaluation of the risk factors described in § 9-13-405;
(5) Any obstacles to locating, recovering, or returning the child if the child is a victim of international child abduction; and
(6) The potential physical or psychological harm to the child if the child is a victim of international child abduction.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Arkansas Code Title 9. Family Law § 9-13-404. Considerations of the court - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ar/title-9-family-law/ar-code-sect-9-13-404/
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