Child custody; defining term. Effective date.

SB 163 amends Oklahoma's child custody law to clarify and strengthen requirements for joint custody arrangements. It requires parents seeking joint custody to submit detailed written plans covering living arrangements, child support, medical care, school placement, and visitation, along with signed affidavits agreeing to the plan. The bill creates a strong presumption that joint custody is inappropriate if domestic violence, child abuse, stalking, or harassment has occurred, prioritizing the child's safety. Courts must consider the victim's safety as a primary factor and can modify or terminate joint custody plans if they determine it's not in the child's best interest. The law becomes effective upon enactment.