There are two types of child custody: legal and physical. Under most circumstances, courts award "joint" legal custody, which means that both parents make joint decisions regarding, among other things, the children’s schooling, medical attention and religious guidance.

Physical custody governs with whom the children will reside and for what percentage of time. Normally, one parent is given "primary" physical custody, and the other parent is given "secondary" physical custody.

Traditionally, family courts are dedicated to promoting and encouraging familial relationships, therefore, parties are given the chance to come to their own agreements regarding custody and visitation issues. Also, in the interests of promoting this policy, custody and visitation schedules may include restrictions ranging from changing the area of residence to the types of activities allowed during visits.

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