joint custody

noun

Law.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of joint custody¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

He said he wanted joint custody of his daughters and would do everything to prevent the government from sending them to Russia.

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She filed for divorce in an attempt to gain joint custody of him, but over time, Jentzen Ramirez ceased communication with his mother.

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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.

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In 2021 a judge awarded joint custody of the children to both parents.

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The couple share joint custody of their children, though the split sent whirlwinds of tabloid drama their way.

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