What documents and records should I submit to show it is in my child's best interest for me to have custody?

You may be able give the judge records or documents that show you should have custody. They can be:

• Medical records,
• A therapist’s or social worker’s records,
• Police reports,
• School records,
• Your child care provider’s records,
• Supervised visitation center records, or
• Department of Children and Families records.

These are examples of records that other people or organizations keep. If you want the judge to see these records, you may need to subpoena the person or organization. In the subpoena, tell them exactly which records they should bring with them to court.

Important

Know what is in the records before you subpoena them to court.

• Read about subpoenas
• See our sample subpoena that tells a subpoened record keeper what records to bring with them to court.