What are the different types of custody arrangements?
Legal Custody Awards parent(s), or guardian(s) the right to make legal decisions for the child(ren) regarding education, health care, religion, and his or her own general welfare. Joint Legal When both parents or guardians have equal right to make legal decisions Custody for the child(ren) regarding education, health care, religion and general welfare. Decisions in an emergency are made by the parent with physical custody. Physical Custody Defines and declares the child(ren)’s residency. The child(ren) live with one parent/guardian and the other has specific parenting time. Joint Physical When the child(ren) resides with each parent/guardian half of the time, Custody lives with each parent at least 3 days per week. Sole Custody When one parent or guardian has the total decision-making authority over the child. Temporary Custody All custody awarded by the court in New Jersey is temporary and subject to review by the court due to a change in circumstance. It is essential that the issues
