Joint Custody
/ˈdʒɔɪnt ˈkʌstədi/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal arrangement where two or more persons share legal and/or physical custody of a child following separation or divorce.
The court awarded joint custody to both parents to ensure shared decision-making for the child's welfare.
- (n.) A form of custody involving shared rights and responsibilities for care and upbringing of a minor.
Under joint custody, both parents must agree on major decisions affecting the child.
Forms
- joint custody
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Commentary
Joint custody can be subdivided into joint legal custody and joint physical custody; drafters should specify which form is intended for clarity.
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