Information for new divorcing parents of minor children and unmarried parents with custody access disputes.

As of January 2, 1997, all new divorcing parents of minor children and unmarried parents with custody access disputes are ordered by the courts to attend an educational program focused on their children's needs. The minimum standards for these programs were adopted by the Arizona Supreme Court in Administrative Order 96-52 on October 30, 1996.

Any questions regarding the following standards or the new programs can be addressed to the Court Programs Unit at the Administrative Office of the Arizona Courts at (602) 542-9250.

Please also view the booklet entitled Things You Should Know About Parent Education Class on this web site.

• Minimum Standards for Domestic Relations Education On Children's Issues Programs

• Summary of the requirements of Arizona Revised Statute 25-351