Keep Non-Scientific Theories Out of Custody Cases!

As you may know, California NOW has spent many years working on issues of family law, and especially child custody. One of the most damaging trends in custody cases is the use of non-scientific theories such as "Parental Alienation Syndrome" which are used to remove custody from fit parents, usually mothers. PAS has even been used in cases of documented abuse to justify giving custody to the abuser.

Now the California state legislature is taking steps to prevent any non-scientific theory from being used in custody hearings, and the Center for Judicial Excellence is supporting their efforts. Here is the information:

Assembly Judiciary Committee Hearing - AB 612 (Child Custody: Non-Scientific Theories)
WHEN: Tuesday, April 28th 8:00am
WHERE: State Capitol Building, Room 4202
*A carpool will leave Marin County at 7:00am - Call Steve with CJE at 415-261-4784 if you would like a ride, or for more details.

The psychologists and attorneys who are making tons of money off of PAS will certainly be there to oppose this bill, so we need as many people as possible to attend this hearing. Come support Assemblyman Jim Beall and AB 612!

There is a lobby day planned following the hearing. Please RSVP as soon as possible so you can be included in the planning process.

Comments

[AlexisAMoore]

This is a bill that is long over due! Family Law Courts Nationwide need an ovehaul. I urge CA NOW and National NOW to continue to fight to ensure that the rights of children and women/parents who are doing the right thing are taken in to consideration first and foremost over batterers. I hosted a radio show on this topic that is a must listen for those not familiar with this topic. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Alexis-A-Moore.

A special thank you to all of the organizations and people who are part of making this piece of legislatin and family law court reform possible.

Sincerely,

Alexis A. Moore, President
Survivors In Action

[k21207]

It seems like the court does everything in their power to not help the children. What happen to in the best interest of the child? If do continue with PAS which is very valid, then it should be evaluated on a case to case basis. Everyone's story is different. In general nationwide the Family Systems needs to be re-vamped. It is unacceptable how we along so call parents raise children for their own whatevers. Whether they fought to have because of child support, plain ol' meaness or they actually love their children and want what is best for them. Ban together folks. It is a nasty system.