How To Prove Alcoholism In Custody Cases?

Robert Gerchalk

Robert is our health care professional reviewer of this website. He worked for many years in mental health and substance abuse facilities in Florida, as well as in home health (medical and psychiatric), and took care of people with medical and addictions problems at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. He has a nursing and business/technology degrees from The Johns Hopkins University.

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There are a few different ways that alcoholism can be proved in custody cases. One way is through medical records. If the parent has a history of alcohol abuse, this can be used as evidence in court.

Another way to prove alcoholism is through eyewitness testimony. If there are people who have seen the parent drinking to excess or behaving recklessly while under the influence, this can be used as proof in court.

Lastly, alcoholism can sometimes be proved through a psychological evaluation. If the parent is shown to have an addiction to alcohol, this can be used as evidence in court. If you are an alcoholic and are involved in a custody case, you may be wondering how you can prove your alcoholism to the court. There are a few things that you can do to help prove your alcoholism to the court.

One of the first things that you can do is to get a diagnosis from a doctor or treatment facility. This will help to show the court that you are aware of your problem and are taking steps to address it. You should also be able to provide documentation of any treatment that you have received for your alcoholism.

Another way to prove your alcoholism is to have family members or friends testify on your behalf. They can talk about how your drinking has affected your life and how it has impacted your ability to be a parent. It is important to have people who can speak positively about you and your efforts to overcome your alcoholism.

Finally, you should be prepared to discuss your drinking habits with the court. This includes being honest about how much you drink, how often you drink, and what kind of impact drinking has had on your life. By being open and honest about your drinking, you can help to prove to the court that you are serious about overcoming your alcoholism.