In Re the Marriage of Lester

Opinion by

Judge NEY.

David J. Lester (father) appeals the judgment of the trial court awarding sole custody of two children to Dianne M. Lester (mother) and establishing a visitation schedule. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand with directions.

I

Father contends that certain amendments to §§ 14-10-123.5 and 14-10-124, C.R.S. (1987 Repl.Vol. 6B) mandate the imposition of joint custody in this case. We disagree.

Prior to the enactment of § 14-10-124(1.5), C.R.S. (1987 Repl.Vol. 6B) in its present form, an imposition of joint custody over the objection of either parent constituted an…