Hello Everyone. It's been a long time since I've posted here. Hope you are all well.
I have shared/joint custody of 2 girls with my ex, ages 12 and 13. About 3 weeks ago, my ex told the 12 year old in a fit of rage that she needed to leave and go live with me because he could only afford one child and she was too expensive. The next day he sent her multiple text messages telling her she had to return the cell phone he gave her and that she could come over on weekends. She was understandably distraught and is still very hurt.
I've spoken to her about going to see him but she doesn't feel ready. I've told her she can take whatever time she needs.
My ex is now threatening to take me to court for not forcing her to go see him.
I guess I'm wondering - how do the courts view the child's opinion at this age?
I have shared/joint custody of 2 girls with my ex, ages 12 and 13. About 3 weeks ago, my ex told the 12 year old in a fit of rage that she needed to leave and go live with me because he could only afford one child and she was too expensive. The next day he sent her multiple text messages telling her she had to return the cell phone he gave her and that she could come over on weekends. She was understandably distraught and is still very hurt.
I've spoken to her about going to see him but she doesn't feel ready. I've told her she can take whatever time she needs.
My ex is now threatening to take me to court for not forcing her to go see him.
I guess I'm wondering - how do the courts view the child's opinion at this age?
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