How to Prove Alcohol or Drug Addiction in an Illinois Child Custody Case: Evidence, Evaluations, and Court Standards
Illinois courts can restrict or deny parenting time when alcohol or drug abuse endangers a child, and judges may order substance evaluations and testing under 750 ILCS 5/603.10. In custody cases, “proof” usually comes from a combination of records, witness testimony, and professional assessments—not one dramatic incident. This article explains the evidence that matters, how