Custody and visitation arrangements for minor; custody evaluation, report.

This legislation updates the process for custody and visitation arrangements in Virginia family courts. It mandates that when a court orders a custody evaluation, the resulting report must be submitted to the court and provided to all involved parties at least 15 days before the scheduled hearing. This ensures that parents, legal guardians, and the judge have sufficient time to review the findings and prepare accordingly. By standardizing this timeline, the bill aims to improve procedural fairness and allow for more informed decision-making in sensitive cases involving minor children. These changes provide families in Arlington and across the Commonwealth with greater transparency and stability during the often-challenging process of determining custody arrangements, ultimately prioritizing the well-being of the children involved by reducing last-minute surprises in court.