How THC Use Affects Child Custody in Colorado | Episode 148

The Impact of Marijuana Use on Child Custody in Colorado | Divorce at Altitude PodcastIn this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha delve into the nuanced topic of marijuana use and its effects on child custody in Colorado. As marijuana becomes legalized for both recreational and medicinal purposes, questions arise about its impact on parenting, children's well-being, and custody arrangements.Episode OutlineIntroduction to Marijuana in Child Custody Cases Ryan and Amy kick off the episode by acknowledging the legality of marijuana in Colorado and addressing how it affects parenting and custody cases. Amy explains that while marijuana use in itself does not automatically equate to bad parenting, it's important to assess how it impacts a parent's ability to care for their child.Legal Framework and Custody Decisions Amy highlights that in Colorado, the key issue for the courts is whether marijuana use inhibits the parent's ability to effectively care for the children during their parenting time.Testing for THC Levels The conversation shifts to the challenges of testing for THC, the active compound in marijuana. Amy explains the various testing options available, including urine, saliva, and blood tests. Challenges in Court Ryan adds that the legality of marijuana doesn't make it easier to prove its impact on child custody. He discusses the difficulty of demonstrating harm or potential danger to the children.Case Law and Court Precedents Amy and Ryan share insights on Colorado case law and court decisions regarding marijuana use and custody.Practical Tips for Parents and Attorneys Amy concludes by advising that parents must understand how THC testing works and the challenges of proving marijuana use in child custody cases.What is Divorce at Altitude? Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado. To subscribe to Divorce at Altitude, click here and select your favorite podcast player. To subscribe to Kalamaya | Goscha's YouTube channel where many of the episodes will be posted as videos, click here.  If you have additional questions or would like to speak to one of our attorneys, give us a call at 970-429-5784 or email us at [email protected].************************************************************************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS ON THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE. CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE OR AREA TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY OF THESE ISSUES.