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A child custody evaluation is a process by which the court appoints a mental health professional (such as a psychologist) who evaluates both parents and the child and makes a recommendation to the court regarding custody and visitation arrangements in the best interest of the child. Child custody evaluations are common in divorce and other child custody litigation.

In North Dakota, a child custody evaluation is a tool used by courts to assist in making decisions about child custody and visitation arrangements during divorce or other custody-related litigation. The evaluation is conducted by a court-appointed mental health professional, such as a psychologist, who assesses the family situation, the parenting capabilities of each parent, and the needs of the child. The evaluator's role is to provide the court with an objective analysis and recommendations that focus on the best interests of the child. The process typically involves interviews, observations, and sometimes psychological testing. The evaluator's report is then submitted to the court and may significantly influence the court's final decision on custody and visitation rights. North Dakota state statutes and family law provisions govern the specifics of how these evaluations are conducted and how their findings are utilized in legal proceedings.

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