What rights does a non-custodial parent have?

In Washington, a non-custodial parent has the right to receive regular visits with their child, unless the court decides that it is not in the best interest of the child. The court can also limit visits if the parent has not been involved in the child’s life and is not familiar with the child or their needs. The non-custodial parent also has the right to be consulted about major decisions that will affect the child such as decisions about health, education, and religion. In addition, the non-custodial parent may also be responsible for contributing to the financial support of the child. This includes providing a portion of monthly child support, health insurance, and any other financial expense that the court requires. The court will take into consideration the financial resources of the non-custodial parent when determining an appropriate amount of child support. Non-custodial parents are also required to pay any unpaid fines or fees associated with the child’s care. Finally, the non-custodial parent has the right to be included in activities that involve the child, such as extracurricular activities, school events, and doctor’s visits.

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