Can I refuse to give my ex visitation rights?

In New Jersey, it is generally assumed that a child should have the opportunity to have a meaningful relationship with both parents and that court orders should reflect that. Generally speaking, if you have been granted legal custody of your child, you cannot refuse visitation rights with your ex. Under New Jersey law, courts are typically required to uphold the terms of a divorce or separation agreement in regards to visitation rights. If for some reason, you feel that the visitation rights granted to your ex are not in the best interests of your child, you can petition the court for a modification to the agreement. This modification may include limiting or terminating the visitation rights of your ex. However, this decision will ultimately be up to the court which will take into account the best interests of the child. It is important to note that if you refuse visitation rights, even without a court order, the other parent might be able to take you to court for contempt or to ask for an order from the court, which could ultimately end up with you being in violation of the law and potentially facing jail time. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you seek legal counsel before refusing visitation rights with your ex.

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