What Do You Understand About Sole Custody Rights

Family Law Child Custody
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Hello forum members…I’m looking to understand more about sole custody rights and what they entail. Specifically, I’m interested in:

  • What does having sole custody mean for both legal and physical custody?
  • What rights does a parent with sole custody have regarding decision-making and daily care?
  • How does sole custody affect visitation rights for the non-custodial parent?
  • What are the typical legal processes and requirements to obtain sole custody?
  • Any tips for navigating custody arrangements and ensuring a fair outcome?

If you’ve been through the sole custody process or have insights into custody laws, I’d appreciate your advice and experiences.

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Sole custody means one parent has both legal and physical custody. This parent makes all major decisions (like education and health) and handles daily care. The non-custodial parent usually gets visitation rights, but the terms can vary. I went through this and can say it often involves court, evidence of what’s best for the child, and legal paperwork. A good tip: document everything and focus on the child’s needs