Section 9.29 Psychological Testimony and Mental Examination

• Library: Family Law Deskbook and 2014 Supp

X. (§9.29) Psychological Testimony and Mental Examination

When determining custody in the best interests of the child, one factor that the court must consider is the mental and physical health of all individuals involved, including any history of abuse of any individuals involved. Section 452.375.2(6), RSMo Supp. 2011. Under Rule 60, when a party’s mental or physical condition is in controversy, the court may order the party to submit to a mental, physical, or blood examination. Rule 60.01(a)(1). The...