Parents who choose to file for a
divorce are given varying options for how to handle the situation for their children.
This means that they are given an option between joint or shared custody,
in order to determine what is best for the children and works most efficiently
with the parents.
Joint
custody is basically when the parents are given an equal authority, or say, in
the lives to their children after a divorce whether it is determining
homeschool or public education, medical decisions, religious practices,
etc. both parents are given the legal right by the court to make these
choices together. Joint custody focuses completely on the legal rights
the parents have in heir children’s life and does not address the
topic of living arrangements or length of time spent with the children.
Joint custody means that both parents are given an equal say in the happenings
of their kids’ lives.
Shared custody, then, addresses the topic of how the parents are given
time to spend with their children. Shared custody means that the parents
are given generally equal amounts of time with their kids, as a means
of being frequently involved in their lives. Even if a parent moves to
another state, this is often worked out with one parent getting the kid
for summer and winter breaks, and other methods. Often times it is much
more simplified if the parents live in the same area, and it will allow
for the parents to have the kids on a more consistent basis such as every
3 days, or each weekend.
If you or a loved one is considering a divorce, or you have any questions
relating to child custody or
child support,
contact the Hopper Law Office today for the highly experienced Raleigh divorce lawyer you deserve helping
you every step of the way!