§ 14-10-123.4. Rights of Children in Matters Relating to Parental Responsibilities

1. The general assembly hereby declares that children have certain rights in the determination of matters relating to parental responsibilities, including:
   1. The right to have such determinations based upon the best interests of the child;
   2. The right to be emotionally, mentally, and physically safe when in the care of either parent; and
   3. The right to reside in and visit in homes that are free of domestic violence and child abuse or neglect.

Source: L. 87: Entire section added, p. 574, § 1, effective July 1. L. 98: Entire section amended, p. 1378, § 5, effective February 1, 1999. L. 2013: Entire section amended, (HB 13-1259), ch. 218, p. 995, § 1, effective July 1.