[CA] [CA] Can I baptize my child without my ex-wife’s permission?
Can I baptize my child without my ex-wife’s permission? We have 50/50 legal and physical custody in California.
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Here’s some general guidance:
If the court order awards both parents joint (50/50) decision-making authority, both parents generally must agree on major decisions like religion (California Family Code §3040). If you cannot obtain the other parent’s consent, you would need to file a motion with the court and ask the judge to authorize the baptism.
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Can I baptize my child without my ex-wife’s permission? We have 50/50 legal and physical custody in California.
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Thanks — I’m Jessica, a licensed attorney, and I’ll be assisting you. I’m reviewing your question now. Does the court order specify which parent has authority over religious decisions?
I don't know.
Jessica B
Here’s some general guidance:
If the court order awards both parents joint (50/50) decision-making authority, both parents generally must agree on major decisions like religion (California Family Code §3040). If you cannot obtain the other parent’s consent, you would need to file a motion with the court and ask the judge to authorize the baptism.
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