Custody

usgb/ˈkʌstədi/
noun

The legal right to take care of a child, especially when parents are divorced.

After their divorce, she was granted custody of the children.
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Often appears as...

  • child custody
  • custody dispute
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Divorce Connotations

Custody implies a legal decision after a divorce about who raises the children.

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She fought hard for sole custody during the proceedings.
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Shared Responsibilities

'Joint custody' means both parents share responsibility for their child.

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The parents agreed on joint custody of their son.
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Variations in Laws

Custody laws vary by region, reflecting cultural values about family.

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In some countries, custody is more often awarded to mothers.
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