According to Kansas laws, you and the other parent should consider the following factors when making decisions regarding the development of your parenting plan:
1. The length of time that the child has been under the actual care and control of any person other than a parent and the circumstances relating thereto.
2. The desires of the child's parents.
3. The desires of the child.
4. The interaction and interrelationship of the child with parents, siblings and any other person who may significantly affect the child's best interests.
5. The child's adjustment to the child's home, school and community.
6. The willingness and ability of each parent to respect and appreciate the bond between the child and the other parent and to allow for a continuing relationship between the child and the other parent.
7. Evidence of spousal abuse.
The Kansas courts realize you and the other parent know your own situation better than anyone else, which is why this is your opportunity to create a parenting plan that will maintain a family structure that is in the best interests of your child(ren).