You can’t stand your ex- spouse. The only thing you have in common is being parents to your children, right? Well, even if you don’t want to deal with your ex, Missouri law says get over it.
For the sake of your children.
The Missouri law that supports shared parenting (also called 50/50 child custody) after divorce was signed into law by Gov. Jay Nixon and takes effect Aug. 28. Previously known as HB 1550, the law “creates a more equalized approach to child custody and visitation,” according to the Governor’s office.