Every state has its own laws and regulations, and this applies to local building codes just as much as it does to family law. If you are getting a divorce or just beginning the process, you will probably need all kinds of answers and information. This is most important if you are in need of child custody information in order to draft a separation agreement or parenting plan. Luckily, there are many resources for child custody information for each and every state, and the Internet is a good place to begin. Alternately, the local court house (where divorce proceedings are likely to occur) is also an excellent resource for all kinds of legal information. Ultimately, the best way to get authoritative and truly helpful child custody information is through a lawyer, and if you are planning a divorce it is very important to speak with one before taking any formal steps in the divorce or custodial process.