Breakups are rarely easy, especially when children are involved. If your ex has started seeing someone new, whether you and your ex were previously married or not, you might be worried about who your child is spending time with during visitation (known as “parenting time” in Illinois).
Such worries are normal and understandable. However, unless there is a serious risk to your child’s safety, Illinois law does not allow a parent to deny court-ordered visitation simply because of a new relationship. Contact our DuPage County, IL child custody lawyers to learn more.
What Rights Does Your Ex Have to Visitation?
Parenting time with children is a parent’s legal right, protected by Illinois law. Once a custody order is entered by the court, both parents are expected to follow it. If your ex is granted parenting time, they generally have the right to decide who is around the child during their time — including a new partner.