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joint custody

American  

noun

Law.
  1. custody, as of a child whose parents are separated, in which two or more people share responsibility.


Etymology

Origin of joint custody

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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In 2021, Pitt was granted joint custody after a court battle, but the private judge who oversaw the case was later removed because he did not disclose his business relationships with Pitt's lawyers.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 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 last year finalized their eight-year divorce, with the Oscar winner agreeing to pay $8,000 a month in child support in a joint custody agreement.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 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

The pair were engaged in a custody battle that resulted in Pitt being awarded joint custody in 2021.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2024

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