The applicant mother brought a motion for contempt against the respondent father for denying her access to the two minor children (ages 15 and 13, both with special needs) beginning in March 2020, citing COVID-19 concerns.
The father had also allegedly failed to facilitate electronic communication and discussed litigation with the children.
The court found that neither parent believed the other posed a health risk.
The parties consented to a temporary without prejudice order reinstating the access schedule, with both parents to encourage the children to attend visits and communicate electronically at least three times weekly.
The court emphasized the need for parental cooperation during the pandemic crisis.
