An Overview of Child Custody and Visitation in North Carolina

Oct 5, 2026

The North Carolina Judicial Branch provides state residents with comprehensive information regarding child custody processes and agreements. In North Carolina, child custody laws determine which guardian earns the right to have one or more children in their care following the dissolution of a marriage. Visitation is an important aspect of custody, and involves the frequency, schedule, and nature of time the other guardian spends with the children.