joint custody
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of joint custody
First recorded in 1975–80
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Their divorce finally came to an end after eight years in August 2023, when they agreed to joint custody of their son and Berry agreed to pay Martinez $8,000 a month in child support.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
While some see the joint custody bill as a way to solve such controversies, not everyone is supportive of the revision.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2026
The couple share joint custody of their children, though the split sent whirlwinds of tabloid drama their way.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2024
Though April and Hunter’s father had joint custody of Hunter, the boy spent most of his time at his mom’s house.
From Slate ● Oct. 15, 2024
The former couple wanted to end their public feud and “look forwards,” also in regard to “their joint custody of their child,” Lüders said.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 7, 2024
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