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Shared legal custody means that both parents have equal rights to make decisions regarding the child. One parent may have physical custody with the non-physical-custody parent paying child support.
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What is the difference between joint custody and shared custody?
They mean the same thing . The parents share legal and physical custody of the child.See related question.They mean the same thing . The parents share legal and physical custody of the child.See related question.They mean the same thing . The parents share legal and physical custody of the child.See related question.They mean the same thing . The parents share legal and physical custody of the child.See related question.
You have shared legal you have physical custody he told the kids he is cutting there hair who choose is it?
Under shared legal, this is something you both must agree on.
Can a parent with visitation rights and shared legal custody take child out of state?
I am pretty sure they can if they have the permission and have custody over some of the child that is shared with the other parent.
What does primary physical and legal custody mean?
There are two types of custody recognized by law: physical and legal.Physical custody pertains to who the child lives with. Legal custody pertains to who is responsible for making decisions on the child's behalf.If you have sole physical custody the child lives with you all the time, although the other parent may be given specific visitation rights allowing them to have the child in their care at certain times and the other parent my have shared legalcustody.If you have sole legal custody you are the parent with the authority to make all decisions for the child: school, choice of doctors and dentists, what kind of medical treatment they receive, what sports they play, etc. If you have shared legal custody both parents have the right to make decisions regarding the child.
Can a grandmother share legal custody if mother is unfit but makes the request?
It is unlikely that the court would order "shared custody". If the mother is unfit the grandmother can petition to be appointed the legal guardian of the child. However, the father must consent.It is unlikely that the court would order "shared custody". If the mother is unfit the grandmother can petition to be appointed the legal guardian of the child. However, the father must consent.It is unlikely that the court would order "shared custody". If the mother is unfit the grandmother can petition to be appointed the legal guardian of the child. However, the father must consent.It is unlikely that the court would order "shared custody". If the mother is unfit the grandmother can petition to be appointed the legal guardian of the child. However, the father must consent.
Can a father claim the child on taxes if he has joint legal and shared physically custody?
Only if both of you agree to it
Can a mother who has joint physical custody of her son pierce his ears without the consent of the father?
If the father has legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has joint legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has sole legal custody, yes.If the father has legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has joint legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has sole legal custody, yes.If the father has legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has joint legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has sole legal custody, yes.If the father has legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has joint legal custody, no. Not without his consent. If she has sole legal custody, yes.
Can child support be waived if joint custody is awarded?
Yes, with equally shared custody and if the parties have similar incomes.Yes, with equally shared custody and if the parties have similar incomes.Yes, with equally shared custody and if the parties have similar incomes.Yes, with equally shared custody and if the parties have similar incomes.
If you have shared placement and joint legal custody can your ex have the child baptized without your permission?
There is no application of law that applies.
Is it a violation of court order when the mother does not share medical and school information when you have joint custody?
Yes, if you have joint legal custody.Yes, if you have joint legal custody.Yes, if you have joint legal custody.Yes, if you have joint legal custody.
If legal and physical custody was granted to the mother is that the same as full physical and full legal custody?
Yes. Legal and physical custody granted to the mother means full, sole legal and physical custody.
What does temporary legal custody mean?
the child is only yours until a further decision is made upon the child's circumstances and who should have full legal custody
What is the difference between absolute custody and sole custody?
Sole custody means that one parent has legal custody. Absolute custody isn't a commonly used term but it would mean that someone has permanent legal custody. It could refer to more than one person. For example, someone might say (informally) that grandparents have absolute custody if they have been awarded permanent legal guardianship by a court of law.
Can divorced parent change daycare providers without other parent's consent?
If they have sole legal custody- yes. If the parents have joint legal custody- each has a right to take part in that decision.If they have sole legal custody- yes. If the parents have joint legal custody- each has a right to take part in that decision.If they have sole legal custody- yes. If the parents have joint legal custody- each has a right to take part in that decision.If they have sole legal custody- yes. If the parents have joint legal custody- each has a right to take part in that decision.
How do you I file for sole custody of your son when you are not married to his father?
Generally, as an unmarried mother you already have sole custody of your child under the law in every state. The father must establish his paternity in court in order to obtain shared custody and visitation rights. Until he does, you have sole legal custody.
How can you can you use the word custody in a sentence?
The couple have shared custody of their child.The suspect is in custody.
What is the legal definition of care custody and control?
Legal definition of care, custody and control?
Can the father collect child support if a 17 year old in a shared custody no child support situation chooses to live with him?
Yes, as long as the legal custody schedule is changed, child support can also be adjusted.
Do grandparents that have full legal and physical care custody and control of a minor child have legal guardianship?
If they have legal custody, they are, by definition, the legal guardians.
Can you get custody of your child if the mother leaves state and never has him?
If the mother has legal custody but leaves the state and doesn't have physical custody of your child then that must mean the child is with someone who doesn't have custody. I assume you are not married. In that case, you must establish your paternity in court and request legal and physical custody. If the mother has left the state without taking her child with her the court will certainly want to know who the child is with and will certainly consider awarding legal custody to the other biological parent, you.Perhaps you can convince the mother to consent to your getting legal and physical custody. If not sole custody, then joint legal and physical custody.You should consult with an attorneywho specializes in custody issues. The attorney can review your situation and explain your rights and options.
What does it mean to have sole legal and physical custody?
It means that the child is all your's and your responsibility.
What is the position of a father and his extra marital child with reference to custody?
If he wants his parental rights he must establish his paternity legally by a DNA test. He can then petition the court for shared custody, visitation and pay child support. The mother has sole legal custody of her child until then.
What is the difference between sole custody and sole physical custody when joint legal custody is shared?
Physical custody means that a parent has the right to have a child live with him or her. Some states will award joint physical custody to both parents when the child spends significant amounts of time with both parents. Joint physical custody works best if parents live relatively near to each other, as it lessens the stress on children and allows them to maintain a somewhat normal routine. Where the child lives primarily with one parent and has visitation with the other, generally the parent with whom the child primarily lives will have sole physical custody, with visitation to the other parent. Legal custody of a child means having the right and the obligation to make decisions about a child's upbringing. A parent with legal custody can make decisions about schooling, religion, and medical care, for example. In many states, courts regularly award joint legal custody, which means that the decision making is shared by both parents.
What are the chances of stepmom getting primary physical custody of a child when father has sole physical custody and stepmom only has shared legal custody and is separated from dad?
There are too many variables to provide an answer. The biological parent would be the primary choice although the court may consider extenuating circumstances such as keeping the child with biological half-siblings. If it is true that the step mother has shared legal custody pursuant to a court order she may also be able to obtain physical custody. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in custody issues in your jurisdiction.There are too many variables to provide an answer. The biological parent would be the primary choice although the court may consider extenuating circumstances such as keeping the child with biological half-siblings. If it is true that the step mother has shared legal custody pursuant to a court order she may also be able to obtain physical custody. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in custody issues in your jurisdiction.There are too many variables to provide an answer. The biological parent would be the primary choice although the court may consider extenuating circumstances such as keeping the child with biological half-siblings. If it is true that the step mother has shared legal custody pursuant to a court order she may also be able to obtain physical custody. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in custody issues in your jurisdiction.There are too many variables to provide an answer. The biological parent would be the primary choice although the court may consider extenuating circumstances such as keeping the child with biological half-siblings. If it is true that the step mother has shared legal custody pursuant to a court order she may also be able to obtain physical custody. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in custody issues in your jurisdiction.
What is joint sole custody?
That phrase is in error.Sole custody means that one person, usually a parent, has full legal and physical custody. Joint custody means that both parents share legal custody although the child may live with one parent who has physical custody.That phrase is in error.Sole custody means that one person, usually a parent, has full legal and physical custody. Joint custody means that both parents share legal custody although the child may live with one parent who has physical custody.That phrase is in error.Sole custody means that one person, usually a parent, has full legal and physical custody. Joint custody means that both parents share legal custody although the child may live with one parent who has physical custody.That phrase is in error.Sole custody means that one person, usually a parent, has full legal and physical custody. Joint custody means that both parents share legal custody although the child may live with one parent who has physical custody.
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