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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. On motion, and subject to subsections 3 and 4, the court may modify a final custody or visitation order under section 14-09.4-13 on a showing by a preponderance of the evidence that:
a. A substantial and continuing change in circumstance has occurred relevant to the custody of or visitation with the child; and
b. Modification is in the best interest of the child.
2. Except as otherwise provided in subsections 3 and 4, if a nonparent has rebutted the presumption under section 14-09.4-04 in an initial proceeding, the presumption remains rebutted.
3. If a motion is filed to modify an order of visitation under this chapter to obtain an order of custody, the nonparent must rebut the presumption under section 14-09.4-04.
4. On agreement of the parties, the court may modify a custody or visitation order, unless the court finds the agreement is not in the best interest of the child.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Dakota Century Code Title 14. Domestic Relations and Persons § 14-09.4-14. Modification of custody or visitation - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nd/title-14-domestic-relations-and-persons/nd-cent-code-sect-14-09-4-14/
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