Yes， if someone wants to change or modify the child custody， they will have to go to court. Child custody refers to the legal and practical relationship between a parent or guardian and a child in their care. Under certain circumstances， a parent may feel that the other parent or guardian is not providing adequate care， or the situation has changed that requires a modification in the child custody agreement.
The court considers several factors to determine if a modification to the custody agreement is in the best interest of the child. Some of these factors may include where the child has been living， the relationship between the child and each parent， the child's school and community ties， and the health and safety of the child.
The court’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the child's well-being and best interests are taken into consideration when determining custody arrangements. If the court finds that a change in custody is warranted， they will make a modification order.
It is not advisable to take matters into your own hands and try to change the custody agreement without seeking legal consultation or going through the proper court processes. In doing so， you are not only risking the court ruling against you， but you may also be putting the child's well-being at risk. Going to court is the best way to ensure that any changes made to the child custody agreement are legal， fair， and in the best interest of the child.
