Ask a Miami divorce attorney: Court-ordered electronic communication

The prevalence of electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops has changed the way that people communicate – and this includes families that have gone through a divorce. With this in mind, Florida courts encourage parents and children to stay in touch with each other using these methods of contact, so you may want to talk to your Miami divorce attorney about court-ordered electronic communication.

Your Miami divorce attorney can help you better understand Florida Statute 61.13003, which addresses this issue, but we’ll provide a brief overview of it in this post:

The statute states that before ordering electronic communication, a court must consider the following: 
• Are the devices and technology required to provide electronic communication available, affordable and accessible?
• Is the electronic communication in the best interest of the child? 
• Is there a history of domestic violence, substance abuse or any other factor that should be examined?

In order to be certain that any decisions made about court-ordered electronic communication are fair, the court will help parents determine who will pay for related costs that arise. Additionally, the parents will be required to notify each other of the access information needed to contact their child.

If you have additional questions about court-ordered electronic communication or any other aspect of a divorce, you need a Miami divorce attorney who will give your situation the personal attention it deserves and work tirelessly to ensure that you and your children’s best interests are accounted for. Scott A. Ferris, Esq. has more than 25 years of experience in this field, and is on hand to address your concerns seven days a week. Contact him today at 305-670-3330.