Will A DUI That I Got After My Spouse Filed Divorce Impact My Custody Petition In Rochester?

Unfortunately, it probably will. Ending a marriage is extremely stressful, and it’s only human to try to blow off some steam and give your mind a rest for a night.

The problem from the court’s point of view is that DUIs are often indicators of a substance abuse problem, and if your spouse chooses to create a line of attack based on it, you’ll have a hard time defending yourself.

On the other hand, your spouse may not go that route. And a full explanation of the events that led to the DUI may satisfy the court, especially if you’re cooperating fully with any terms the DUI judge may have ordered.

The bottom line is that how a recent DUI impacts your custody petition is dependent on the facts of your own divorce case, and how you present the information to the judge.

At Friedman & Ranzenhofer, we help clients in situations like this all the time, and can help make sure that your one-time infraction doesn’t damage your efforts to stay close and connected to your kids.

Call us today at 585-484-7432 for a legal consultation with an experienced Rochester divorce and child custody attorney.

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