Sole Custody Vs Full Custody
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How to fill out Sole Custody Minor Child?
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If you and the other parent agree on sole custody, the judge will typically approve your agreement. If the other parent does not contest your request for sole custody, the lack of interest will typically compel a judge to award sole custody.
Sole legal custody (also called sole parental responsibility) is when one parent has full responsibility to make major decisions for the child. The other parent doesn't have a say, but often has visitation rights and the responsibility to pay child support.
It's hard to get sole legal custody if there are no significant issues with the other parent and the other parent can effectively be involved in major decisions for the child. And it's hard to get sole physical custody if it's in the best interest of the child to spend at least half the time with the other parent.
When a parent is awarded full custody, they are the only parent entrusted with both legal and physical custody.Sole custody generally means that the non custodial parent was not awarded any visitation or custody rights.
Sole legal custody (also called sole parental responsibility) is when one parent has full responsibility to make major decisions for the child. The other parent doesn't have a say, but often has visitation rights and the responsibility to pay child support.
Write clearly, and use your own words. Use bulleted lists for your major points. Don't insult or bash your ex. Attach evidence such as pay stubs or bank statements, but redact SSN and account numbers. Affirm that you are making your statement under oath, and under penalty of perjury.
Drug or alcohol abuse. Physical abuse or neglect. Mental health issues. Money issues. Stability of the home.
The clearest reason to ask for sole custody is to protect your child from physical harm, especially if the other parent has a history of any of the following issues: ABUSE: If a parent has assaulted or sexually abused the other parent or any child, this presents an obvious danger to their child.
In writing your own custody and support agreement, you should use language that reflects your willingness to cooperate with the other parent. The tone should be positive and indicate that both parties are willing to comply with the terms of the document. If written this way, a judge is more likely to approve its terms.