Drug Abuse Is a Factor In More Child Custody Battles

Athens County Children’s Services is reportedly seeing more child custody cases where drugs are a factor. According to reports, 46% of child custody cases last year were related to drugs; prescription pills, meth and several times heroin. It is reported that in 2011, the number of children placed into Children’s Services protective custody after being removed from their home was 42. That same number was already matched by June 2012. Another reported contributing factor is the number of families in the Ohio county below the federal poverty guidelines - roughly 35%.

Going through a child custody matter is never easy. It’s important that if you find yourself going through a child custody matter that you understand the process and how to best resolve this. You need to know that you do have rights to protect and options to do so. Child custody matters are more complicated than many believe so it is in your best interest to know how to properly approach your case. If you or someone you know is dealing with a family matter then it is in your best interest to consult with a family law attorney. You can count on a lawyer to understand your case and know how to best resolve this matter. An attorney will always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a family law lawyer to begin discussing your case.