family court; admissibility; evidence

Summary

The bill adds a new statute that bars family judges from excluding evidence about a child's safety, well‑being, trauma, or a parent's behavior simply because of its form, hearsay status, or procedural issues. It also forces courts to admit a parent’s criminal record and to treat both parents equally when submitting evidence. The goal is to protect children by removing procedural hurdles that could silence important information.

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