On competing motions for interim custody and access following the recent separation of unmarried parents, the court considered allegations regarding substance use, parenting capacity, and communication difficulties.
The evidence demonstrated that prior to separation the parties successfully co‑parented their young child and both were capable caregivers.
The court found no compelling evidence that either parent posed a risk to the child and concluded that maintaining substantial involvement by both parents was in the child’s best interests.
A temporary shared parenting arrangement was ordered pending further review, with the schedule designed to reflect each parent’s work commitments.
No costs were awarded due to divided success and the parties’ limited means.
