In some cases, such arrangements may be approved. It would depend on the circumstances, state law where the child resides, and what the judge feels would be in the best interests of the child.
Consult an attorney for more information.
Joint custody is a court order whereby custody of a child is awarded to both parties. In joint custody both parents are "custodial parents" and neither parent is a non-custodial parents, or in other words the child has two custodial parents.
If both parents are agreeable to the situation, or the parent wishing the child to pay his or her grandparents a visit receives permission from the court that issued the custodial order.
The parents or the court decides until the minor is 18.
No, there is still a parent left with custody. And custody can never be willed. That is for the court to decide. The ones in the will can ask for custody but it is up to the court.
No. Non-parents must file for guardianship. Generally, the court will not appoint a non-parent to joint custody with a parent. Either can file a petition for guardianship but the parents rights would have to be terminated by the court in favor of the guardianship. Therfore, the proposed guardian needs the parents' consent or they need to provide evidence to the court that the parents are unfit. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in child custody cases.No. Non-parents must file for guardianship. Generally, the court will not appoint a non-parent to joint custody with a parent. Either can file a petition for guardianship but the parents rights would have to be terminated by the court in favor of the guardianship. Therfore, the proposed guardian needs the parents' consent or they need to provide evidence to the court that the parents are unfit. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in child custody cases.No. Non-parents must file for guardianship. Generally, the court will not appoint a non-parent to joint custody with a parent. Either can file a petition for guardianship but the parents rights would have to be terminated by the court in favor of the guardianship. Therfore, the proposed guardian needs the parents' consent or they need to provide evidence to the court that the parents are unfit. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in child custody cases.No. Non-parents must file for guardianship. Generally, the court will not appoint a non-parent to joint custody with a parent. Either can file a petition for guardianship but the parents rights would have to be terminated by the court in favor of the guardianship. Therfore, the proposed guardian needs the parents' consent or they need to provide evidence to the court that the parents are unfit. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in child custody cases.
Unless specified in the court order, the husband or maternal grandparents. See Dads House Below
By filing for custody modification in the court with jurisdiction, then prove to the court why it would be in the best interests of your child to award joint custody.
The parents have assumed joint custody.
There are no distance requirements for joint custody.
You need to have BOTH parents sign if they have joint custody.
when joint custody is in place both parents have the same rights. unless stipulated in court records. Joint means both so when ever the other parent is suppose to have visitation with the child the child / children must go. review documents that grant Joint custody.
Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.Yes. If there has been a significant change in the circumstances the court reviewed to grant joint custody, the mother can petition for a change in custody. The court will review the evidence and testimony and render a decision.