### Father Faces Lengthy Legal Battle for Unrestricted Visitation with Children
A father is currently awaiting a judge’s decision in the Family Court of Ensenada, hoping to resume unrestricted visitation with his two daughters. After a seven-year marriage ended in divorce two years ago, Brian Torres has been entangled in legal disputes with his ex-wife.
Since 2022, both Torres and his ex-wife have filed criminal complaints with the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE). Torres has accused his ex-wife of family violence and child abduction. The couple married in 2015 and had two daughters, eventually agreeing on a divorce settlement that included shared custody and visitation rights. However, Torres claims the agreement has not been honored, leading him to pursue legal action to restore his visitation rights.
Torres alleges he is a victim of parental alienation, a form of psychological abuse in which children side with one parent, often due to manipulation. This behavior can lead to various psychological issues, both present and future, according to the National Human Rights Commission.
He states he has complied with all the court’s requirements, including psychological evaluations and professional assessments to prove his ability to care for his daughters. “The aforementioned user attended the psychological evaluation sessions punctually and cooperatively; he stated that his only wish is to continue the process and see his daughters freely as he believes he has much to contribute to their healthy development,” reads a psychological report from June 11, 2024, by the PISME Ensenada institution.
Torres questions why only he has been subjected to multiple psychological evaluations and not his ex-wife, calling the situation unjust. Although he has been punctual in paying child support—which amounted to 10,000 pesos in June—this has not sufficed to secure unrestricted visitation.
When inquiries were made to the Family Court in Ensenada, overseen by Judge Ptacnik, the response was cautious: “The procedure for psychological evaluations issued by the SubprocuradurÃa of Children, Adolescents, and Family in Ensenada is pending completion. What Mr. Torres mentioned is his version; however, it should be noted that he abandoned the Family Coexistence Center (CECOFAM) Ensenada, thus making it unsuitable for him to see his daughters. This case is highly contentious, with complaints from both sides, so any information must be treated with caution.”
Torres responds with an open file detailing why he ceased attending CECOFAM: “I disagree with the supervised visitation conditions. I have not committed any offense against my daughters. The assigned visitation room is inadequate, measuring two by four meters, with a Gessell chamber that psychologically affects my daughters.”
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#### International Child Custody Disputes on the Rise
International cases of child custody disputes are increasingly complex, often involving multiple jurisdictions with varying laws and regulations. Recently, a landmark case in the United States highlighted the intricate nature of securing parental rights across borders. A mother from France is fighting to reclaim custody of her son, taken by her ex-husband to the U.S. without her consent. Both parties accuse each other of psychological manipulation, making it a convoluted legal battle that underscores the emotional and legal hurdles faced by parents in similar situations.
According to experts, these disputes are only going to grow in number and complexity. Dr. Rebecca Brown, a psychologist based in New York, notes, “Parental alienation is becoming more recognized as a serious issue that needs addressing in family courts globally. However, the emotional toll on the children involved remains a significant concern.”
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