What Happens When Parents Can't Agree on a Child's Medical Treatment in Arizona?

Visit the full page: https://www.chmlaw.com/parents-cant-agree-on-a-childs-medical-treatment-in-arizona/ Parents who share child custody in Arizona often face difficult choices when it comes to their child’s medical care. Disagreements may arise about vaccinations, surgeries, mental health treatment, or even routine health care. While most parents can reach an agreement, some situations escalate into legal battles that must be resolved in family court. Under Arizona law, medical decisions fall under the umbrella of legal decision-making. That means the parent or parents with the right to make decisions for a child are responsible for health-related matters. If both parents share this authority, but cannot agree, the court may intervene in accordance with ARS § 25-403 to determine the child’s best interests when parents with joint legal decision-making authority cannot agree on medical treatment. This audio explains how disputes over a child’s health care are handled in Arizona custody cases, how courts apply the best interest of the child standard, what statutes apply, and how a family law attorney can help protect both your rights and your child’s well-being. Colburn Hintze Maletta PLLC Family Law Attorneys [phone] www.chmlaw.com Address: 2150 E. Highland Ave, Suite 212, Phoenix, AZ 85016