Parental Alienation
Parental alienation refers to one parent undermining or damaging a child's relationship with the other parent, such as badmouthing them or interfering with time-sharing. In Florida, a court may consider this behavior when crafting or modifying a parenting plan, because the law favors keeping both parents involved. Judges weigh each parent's willingness to encourage a close relationship with the other parent.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Legal Definition
Conduct by one parent that disrupts the child's bond with the other parent; relevant to the best-interests time-sharing factors under F.S. §61.13(3), including each parent's likelihood to foster a continuing parent-child relationship and honor the time-sharing schedule.
Example
She raised concerns about parental alienation after the children's other parent repeatedly canceled visits and disparaged her to the kids.
Related Statutes
- 61.13
Related Terms
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