Rule 8.034 - MULTNOMAH COUNTY PARENTING PLAN GUIDELINES(1) Oregon law requires that judgments addressing parenting time contain a parenting plan that considers only the best interests of the child and the safety of the parties. The Fourth Judicial District expects that parenting time plans will meet the individual needs and circumstances of children and their families by taking into consideration the following basic parenting principles: (a) It is usually in a child's best interest to have frequent, meaningful and continuing contact with each parent. It is assumed that each parent nurtures his or her child in important ways which are significant to the development and well-being of the child;(b) Each child and family is unique. In order to meet the individual needs of the child(ren) the parties shall consider the following:(i) The developmental stage(s) and any special needs of their child(ren);(ii) The child(ren)'s school and activity schedules, and;(iii) Practical factors such as the distance between households, the number of transitions for the child(ren), and any other relevant practical considerations. (c) A safety focused parenting plan, which may restrict parenting time, shall be considered whenever the family has been experiencing domestic violence, child abuse, serious mental illness, or significant substance abuse issues.Multnomah Supp. L. R. 8.034
Amended effective 2/1/2024.