Meghan King loses custody of 3 kids to ex Jim Edmonds after CPS probe

Meghan King has temporarily lost physical custody of her three children to ex-husband Jim Edmonds. A CPS investigation launched by a school employee report resulted in the dramatic custody shift. The RHOC alum now has only supervised visitation rights. An early December hearing will determine if the arrangement becomes permanent.

What Happened in the Custody Case

Meghan King has been stripped of physical custody following a Child Protective Services investigation. Multiple sources confirmed to Us Weekly that a decision was made in the past couple of months. The investigation was initiated after a school employee contacted CPS about the former Real Housewives of Orange County star.

Jim Edmonds was awarded sole physical custody of their three children: 8-year-old Aspen and 7-year-old twin sons Hart and Hayes. King received supervised visitation rights instead of her previous shared custody arrangement. A December hearing will determine whether this custody shift becomes permanent.

The couple were married from 2014 to 2019 and originally reached a settlement in May 2021. Their agreement had them sharing joint custody of all three children. The current custody decision marks a dramatic reversal in their co-parenting arrangement.

Background: From Shared Custody to CPS Investigation

The custody change comes approximately six months after a contentious incident at Jim and Kortnie Edmonds’ home in May 2025. King arrived at the property to drop off a dress for her daughter, claiming she had notified her ex-husband beforehand. When she requested to speak with her daughter, Kortnie informed her the child was not home.

According to police reports, King refused to leave the premises and continued asking to speak to her daughter. Kortnie reported that King entered the home and began calling for her daughter inside. When Kortnie returned to the door, she observed King standing inside approximately five feet from the doorway.

“After Meghan moved her foot, Kortnie closed the door,” the police report noted after speaking to Kortnie.

Kortnie initially requested that charges be brought against King but ultimately declined to press charges. She did file for a restraining order on May 2, which was later dismissed on June 6 after the two reached an agreement prohibiting contact and social media commentary about one another.

Details of the Custody Arrangement and Hearing Timeline

According to sources, the decision to remove King’s physical custody was made by CPS following their investigation. The arrangement is classified as temporary pending the December hearing. At that hearing, a court will determine whether the temporary custody arrangement will become permanent.

During the investigation period, King has been granted supervised visitation with her children. This means she can spend time with Aspen, Hart, and Hayes only under supervision. Jim Edmonds obtained sole physical custody, which gives him the primary responsibility for their day-to-day care and living arrangements.

The family moved to shared custody in May 2021 following their 2019 separation. That arrangement remained in place until the CPS investigation prompted the dramatic shift. Jim’s team declined to provide additional comment to the press about the custody decision.

What Comes Next for Meghan King and Her Children

The upcoming December hearing will be critical in determining the long-term custody arrangement. King will have the opportunity to present her case to the court. The hearing will assess various factors including the results of the CPS investigation and relevant custody considerations.

Sources indicate that King has not yet made any public statements about the custody loss. Her representative did not respond to requests for comment from major entertainment outlets. Meanwhile, Jim Edmonds has maintained focus on co-parenting responsibilities without escalating the public conflict.

The case highlights ongoing tensions between King and Edmonds’ current wife Kortnie. The restraining order agreement prohibits King from discussing Kortnie on social media. Any violation of these terms could potentially impact the custody hearing outcome in December.

How Does This Compare to Previous Celebrity Custody Cases?

Celebrity custody cases involving CPS investigations often attract significant media attention. The involvement of school employees in flagging concerns demonstrates how everyday interactions can trigger official intervention. King’s case follows the pattern of other high-profile custody disputes where initial shared arrangements were modified following investigations.

• School reports to CPS are confidential but can initiate official investigations
• Temporary custody arrangements pending hearings are standard practice
• Supervised visitation rights take effect immediately after caseworker decisions
• December hearings will determine permanent custody status going forward
• Co-parenting agreements can be modified if new circumstances emerge

The Real Housewives of Orange County franchise has previously documented cast member custody struggles. King appeared on the show from 2015 to 2017 during her marriage to Edmonds. The current custody situation represents the most significant development in their post-divorce relationship since their 2021 settlement.

Sources

• Us Weekly – exclusive custody reporting
• Reality Blurb – RHOC alum coverage
• Parade – celebrity custody update