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Unless a parent poses a risk to the safety or well-being of the child, he or she will usually be allowed access or visiting rights. Courts can make an order for access and may view a custodial parent who denies access as acting against the best interests of the child.  
Unless a parent poses a risk to the safety or well-being of the child, he or she will usually be allowed access or visiting rights. Courts can make an order for access and may view a custodial parent who denies access as acting against the best interests of the child.  


'''NOTE:''' It is important to note that access is a distinct and separate issue from child support. '''Denial of access is not grounds to withhold support; nor is a failure to pay support grounds for withholding access.'''
:'''NOTE:''' It is important to note that access is a distinct and separate issue from child support. '''Denial of access is not grounds to withhold support; nor is a failure to pay support grounds for withholding access.'''


=== 1. Factors Considered in Making an Access Order ===
=== 1. Factors Considered in Making an Access Order ===

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