Yes. Under some circumstances, a court may consider your daughter's wishes. South Dakota law provides that if a child is of a sufficient age to form an intelligent preference, the court may consider that preference in determining custody.
My daughter is 14 years old. She currently lives with her father in Sioux Falls, but now wants to come live with me in Brookings. Will a South Dakota court consider my daughter's wishes?
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