sole custody

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A situation where only one parent has legal responsibility for their child.

custodyADJECTIVE + custody

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Examples (10)

  • After the divorce, the mother was awarded sole custody of their children.
  • He is fighting for sole custody, arguing that his ex-partner is unfit to parent.
  • The judge granted the father sole custody due to evidence of neglect.
  • Having sole custody means she is responsible for all major decisions in the child's life.
  • They initially wanted joint custody, but the court decided on sole custody for the father.
  • It was a difficult legal battle, but she eventually won sole custody.
  • What are the chances of being granted sole custody in this particular case?
  • The agreement gives her sole custody, while he has generous visitation rights.
  • She is petitioning the court for sole custody after recent events raised safety concerns.
  • The court rarely grants sole custody unless one parent is proven to be a danger to the child.