What are the rights of a custodial parent?

In North Carolina, the custodial parent has the right to make decisions over the child’s care and upbringing. As a legal parent, the custodial parent’s rights would include the ability to make decisions on the child’s education, medical treatments, religious affiliations and involvement in activities and sports. The custodial parent would also have the right to make decisions on where the child may live and how family visits should be supervised, if applicable. The custodial parent has the right to receive court-ordered child support payments as well as to receive financial compensation for child-related expenses not included in the child support order. Additionally, custodial parents have the right to be consulted and notified on any major changes in the child’s life, such as a change in residence or a change in the child’s place of school enrollment. The rights of the custodial parent are subject to court orders, and can be modified or changed when circumstances demand. The custodial parent does not have the right to alienate a child from another parent by denying access or visitation. Also, custodial parents may not be allowed to move out of the state with the child without the consent of the other parent or a court order. Custodial parents may also apply for certain government benefits in relation to the child, such as food stamps or medical assistance. This is subject to eligibility requirements, but custodial parents have the right to apply and receive benefits if they meet the criteria set out. Generally speaking, the custodial parent also has the right to make decisions about the minor child’s day-to-day living.

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