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In most states, custody determinations are split between “legal custody” (decision-making authority) and “physical custody” (residence). Joint custody also called shared custody, is an arrangement that allows both parents decision-making and/or physical rights with regard to their child.<ref name="rf1">http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/types-of-child-custody-29667.html</ref> If both parents can agree on all aspects of legal and physical parental responsibilities, then a joint custody agreement is generally a straight-forward process. However, sometimes one parent has to make a case to earn joint custodial rights. | In most states, custody determinations are split between “legal custody” (decision-making authority) and “physical custody” (residence). Joint custody also called shared custody, is an arrangement that allows both parents decision-making and/or physical rights with regard to their child.<ref name="rf1">http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/types-of-child-custody-29667.html</ref> If both parents can agree on all aspects of legal and physical parental responsibilities, then a joint custody agreement is generally a straight-forward process. However, sometimes one parent has to make a case to earn joint custodial rights. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Sample Custody Forms=== | ===Sample Custody Forms=== | ||
