Keeping Kids Safe in Family Court: A Judge's Perspective on Soberlink Alcohol Monitoring
Hon. Margo Lewis Hoy (Ret.), a Mediator, Private Judge (JPT/PCTJ), Arbitrator, and Parenting Plan Coordinator, shares her perspective on the role alcohol monitoring can play in family court cases involving children. Drawing on her extensive experience on the bench, Judge Hoy explains why reliable tools like Soberlink help reduce conflict, support safer co-parenting, and provide courts with the accountability needed to protect children’s best interests.
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026 SOBERLINKProactive vs. Reactive Custody Arrangements: How Stronger Agreements Protect Children From the Start
The strongest custody agreements don’t just respond to problems—they prevent them. Learn how proactive parenting plans help families avoid future disputes, protect children from the impact of ongoing litigation, and build accountability into co-parenting arrangements before conflict escalates. -
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Friday, June 19, 2026 SOBERLINK24 Common Child Custody Order Provisions
This article breaks down 24 key provisions commonly found in child custody orders, showing how courts structure everything from parenting time and decision-making to communication, relocation, and enforcement. It highlights how these terms work together to create a clear, enforceable plan that prioritizes the child’s best interests. -
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Monday, June 8, 2026 SOBERLINKAlcohol Testing in Child Custody Cases: How Courts Evaluate Safety, Evidence and Monitoring
Family courts don’t rely on claims alone when alcohol is in question—they look for solid evidence of safety and patterns of behavior. The article explains how alcohol testing and monitoring tools, like remote breathalyzers, can influence custody decisions by proving sobriety or highlighting risk.
About SOBERLINK
Soberlink creates a safer co-parenting environment by addressing alcohol abuse in real-time. Soberlink began helping people with alcohol dependency in 2011. Now, it is the #1 remote alcohol monitoring system used in child custody cases. Professionals and clients have access to a variety of in-house services and a dedicated Family Law department.
