How It Works: Reporting Custody Incidents with CustodyBuddy

CustodyBuddy is a free tool powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT. It’s designed to help you document and report incidents that occur during custody disputes. Follow this step-by-step guide to create your account, access the latest version of CustodyBuddy, and generate clear, professional summaries of your custody-related incidents.

Step 1: Create a ChatGPT Account

To start using CustodyBuddy, you'll need to create an account with ChatGPT. Here’s how:

  1. Visit ChatGPT.com
  2. Click on the “Sign Up” button if you don't already have an account. If you do, simply sign in.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to create your account using your email or Google credentials.
  4. Once your account is set up, you’re ready to access CustodyBuddy!

Step 2: Access the Latest Version of CustodyBuddy

Once you have a ChatGPT account, head over to the most up-to-date version of the CustodyBuddy tool. This version is constantly updated to ensure the best performance and latest features.

Click here for the latest version of CustodyBuddy

Once you’re on the CustodyBuddy page, you can immediately start reporting incidents for free.

Step 3: Describe the Incident

After accessing CustodyBuddy, begin by typing a brief description of the incident in your own words. Don’t worry if your description feels emotional—CustodyBuddy will help rephrase it into a professional format.

Example:

  • “My ex canceled a scheduled visitation without any notice, and my child was really upset.”
  • “During a scheduled exchange, my ex started yelling about money issues in front of our child.”

Step 4: Incident Categorization

After submitting your description, CustodyBuddy will automatically categorize the incident for you. Categories might include:

  • Breach of a Court Order
  • Cancelled Visitations
  • Challenges During Visits
  • Child Involved in Adult Disputes
  • Communication Challenges

Why This Matters: Categorization makes it easier to track different types of issues over time and gives your legal team a clear understanding of what has occurred.

Step 5: Provide the Date

If you didn’t include a date in your description, CustodyBuddy will prompt you to add one. Documenting the exact date of each incident is crucial for legal purposes.

Example:

  • “This incident happened on September 5, 2024.”

Step 6: Severity Level Assessment

CustodyBuddy will assess the severity of the incident based on its impact on your child and any legal agreements. Incidents are rated as:

  • High: Serious impact on your child’s well-being or a major breach of a court order.
  • Medium: Moderate disruptions to visitation schedules or breaches that affect your child.
  • Low: Minor communication or logistical issues that don’t significantly impact your child.

Step 7: Receive a Professional Detailed Summary

Once the incident is categorized and assessed, CustodyBuddy will generate a neutral, professional summary of the incident. This summary will focus on facts and be presented in a way that’s ready for legal purposes.

Example:

  • Input: “My ex canceled a scheduled visitation without any notice.”
  • Professional Summary: “On September 5, 2024, a medium-severity incident occurred when the other parent canceled a scheduled visitation without prior notice. This action disrupted the agreed visitation schedule and caused emotional distress for the child due to the sudden change.”

Step 8: Organize the Incidents in a Table

For easy tracking and presentation, CustodyBuddy will organize your report into a structured table format, including details like the date, incident type, severity level, and professional summary.

Example Table:

Date Incident Type Severity Description Professional Detailed Summary
September 5, 2024 Cancelled Visitations Medium My ex canceled a visitation without any notice. On September 5, 2024, a medium-severity incident occurred when the other parent canceled a scheduled visitation without prior notice, disrupting the agreed schedule.
August 29, 2024 Child Involved in Adult Disputes High Ex yelled at me about finances in front of our child. On August 29, 2024, a high-severity incident occurred when the other parent raised financial issues in a heated argument during a child exchange, involving the child in adult matters.

Step 9: Review with Your Legal Team

After completing your report, it’s important to review it with your lawyer or mediator to ensure all incidents are clearly documented. While CustodyBuddy helps you prepare these reports, it’s not a substitute for professional legal advice.

Additional Features

  • Editable Summaries: You can make adjustments to the generated summaries to add more context or detail.
  • Ongoing Tracking: Use CustodyBuddy to track and document multiple incidents over time, creating a comprehensive record of custody-related challenges.

Summary of Steps

  1. Create a ChatGPT Account: Sign up or log in to access CustodyBuddy.
  2. Access the Latest Version: Visit the updated CustodyBuddy link.
  3. Describe the Incident: Write a brief, informal description of what happened.
  4. Incident Categorization: CustodyBuddy will categorize the event for you.
  5. Provide a Date: Input the exact date of the incident.
  6. Severity Level: The system will assess the severity of the incident.
  7. Professional Summary: Receive a neutral summary for legal purposes.
  8. Organize in a Table: View your incidents in an organized table format.
  9. Review with Legal Team: Ensure your lawyer or mediator reviews the report before presenting it.
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