Christine Brown’s Custody Battle With Kody Turns Sour As Court Issues Etiquette Warning!

Christine Brown legal battle with ex-husband Kody Brown The situation is intensifying, with the two ex-spouses now embroiled in a major custody dispute.

On December 18, the exes participated in a court hearing – conducted via web conference due to Kody residing in Arizona and Christina in Utah – as part of that of Christine ongoing lawsuit against Kody. The case, filed in September, seeks to establish paternity, custody and support for their youngest child, 13-year-old Truly.

Court documents obtained by The Ashley reveal that both parties have completed disclosure of their cases and are expected to attend a mediation conference on May 21, 2025.

Court Assigns Highly Conflicted Track to Case

Although the progression of custody cases often follows predictable steps, Christina And Kody’s The case took an unexpected turn this week when the court classified it as both Categories 1 and 3. In Utah’s national court system, Track 1 is standard, but Track 3 is reserved for cases involving significant custody disputes. According to the Utah State Courts website, Level 3 assignments typically involve high-conflict cases, including those involving allegations of child abuse or domestic violence.

“For a Level 3 case, at the case management conference, the court and parties will determine whether a custody evaluation is necessary and whether a private guardian ad litem should be appointed,” the court’s website states. court.

While The Ashley notes that there is no confirmation of allegations of abuse or violence in this case, the Track 3 designation highlights the complexity and conflict involved in the custody battle.

Christine demands a paternity test to really

that of Christine legal filing – a “Petition for Declaration of Paternity, Child Custody, Parenting Time and Support” – requests that Kody take a paternity test to confirm his biological relationship with Truly. As fans of Sister Wives can remind, Christina was Kody’s third wife in their polygamous family. Their marriage was not legally recognized and Kody’s the name does not appear on the birth certificates of the six children with whom he shares Christina.

According to court records, fees were paid for a paternity-related proceeding on Oct. 23, the same day. Kody submitted its response to that of Christine trial. This indicates that the paternity test is either completed or in progress.

Court protects personal information from public view

Both Christina And Kody appear to be taking steps to protect their family’s private information. Sensitive details, such as tax returns and other personal data, were marked as “non-public” in court filings. These documents are only accessible to the court, legal advisors and the parties involved.

Additionally, Wednesday’s hearing was not recorded, photographed or transmitted, per the court’s ruling. Any attempt to do so would have resulted in contempt of court charges, punishable by fines or jail time.

Custody Dispute Likely to Feature in ‘Sister Wives’

Although this week’s audience will not be part of the show, it is likely that Christina And Kody’s the ongoing legal battle will feature in upcoming episodes of Sister Wives. The case highlights the emotional and logistical challenges of co-parenting and custody arrangements after the dissolution of a long-term polygamous relationship.

As the mediation date approaches, Christina And Kody must prepare for the possibility of further legal proceedings, including custody evaluations or appointment of a guardian ad litem. For now, the former couple’s goal remains reaching an agreement that puts Truly’s best interests first.

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Nancy Zhāng is an entertainment blogger for All About The Tea. Nancy covers breaking news stories, recaps and celebrity news. She enjoys multitasking as both a writer and private chef. She earned a BS in mass communications from LSU. Nancy is married and proud mother of 2 German Shepherds.