Summary
- The Karnataka High Court has directed all Family Courts to replace the term "visitation" with "parenting time" in child custody matters, emphasizing a more humane approach.
- Justice Lalitha Kanneganti noted that "visitation" implies a guest-like relationship, while "parenting time" acknowledges the ongoing role of both parents in a child's life.
- This decision arose during a custody case where the father had limited access to his son, highlighting the need for language that reflects parental involvement.
- The ruling aims to reshape judicial language in family disputes, with implications for future custody arrangements and the emotional well-being of children involved.
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