Difference between visitation and joint physical? 2 Answers as of September 06, 2010

Thinking about going through a divorce on my own. Is there a legal difference between visitation and joint physical custody?

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Law Offices of James C. Bechler, A.P.C.
Law Offices of James C. Bechler, A.P.C. | James Bechler
Generally, one parent is the Custodial parent, and the other parent has visitation rights. "Joint Physical Custody" is 50/50 and is not preferred by most courts. an order for 51/49 would be a more likely result, if you were looking for joint physical custody. However, "Joint Legal Custody" is ordered most of the time, which gives both parents equal rights to make legal decisions for their child.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 9/6/2010
Goldberg Jones
Goldberg Jones | Zephyr Hill
Yes. Visitation implies you have less than half the time with the kids. Joint usually means 50/50. Generally you will have joint legal custody with a different breakdown of physical custody.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 9/4/2010
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