Posted by Nydia Streets of Streets Law in Florida Child Custody
When one parent’s time-sharing or contact with their children is suspended, a court may hold a hearing to determine if the suspension should be extended or cancelled. This was an issue in the case Sala v. Wood, 3D24-1851 (Fla. 3d DCA February 26, 2025).
This appellate opinion is sparse on background information, but it was reported that the mother’s time-sharing was temporarily suspended. After an evidentiary hearing, the mother’s time-sharing was restored, and the father appealed. The appellate court affirmed, holding “[The trial court] gave both parties adequate notice of the hearing and an opportunity to be heard. [internal citation omitted]. It properly considered all evidence before it. See § 90.803(6), Fla. Stat. (2024); § 90.902(11), Fla. Stat. (2024). After carefully considering this evidence, the trial court restored timesharing between the parties. The order is supported by competent, substantial evidence.”
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