Child custody; creating a rebuttable presumption of joint child custody. Effective date.

SB 1452 creates a rebuttable presumption that joint custody is in a child's best interest for Oklahoma courts to consider in custody cases, unless evidence shows otherwise. It requires parents to submit detailed custody plans covering living arrangements, support, healthcare, and school placement, which courts must approve or adjust based on the child's welfare. The bill explicitly includes exceptions for cases involving child abuse, domestic violence, harassment, or stalking, prioritizing the safety of the child and the non-abusive parent. Courts must follow these procedures when making custody decisions, with modifications requiring court approval if they serve the child's best interests.