Notice of Parental Rights


Quick Facts
  • Specific notifications are requierd in all cases affecting parental rights.
  • Giving proper notice is crucial.

Every court order and judgment and decree concerning custody of or parenting time or visitation with a minor child must contain certain notices as set out in Minnesota law.

Generally, the terms of notice describe to the recipient the rights and obligations that the parent has.

Examples of the notices given regarding parental rights include the following.

  1. Each party has the right of access to, and to receive copies of, school, medical, dental, religious training, and other important records and information about the minor children. Each party has the right of access to information regarding health or dental insurance available to the minor children. Presentation of a copy of this order to the custodian of a record or other information about the minor children constitutes sufficient authorization for the release of the record or information to the requesting party.
  2. Each party shall keep the other informed as to the name and address of the school of attendance of the minor children. Each party has the right to be informed by school officials about the children's welfare, educational progress and status, and to attend school and parent teacher conferences. The school is not required to hold a separate conference for each party.
  3. In case of an accident or serious illness of a minor child, each party shall notify the other party of the accident or illness, and the name of the health care provider and the place of treatment.
  4. Each party has the right of reasonable access and telephone contact with the minor children.