Custody And Visitation Guidelines

Summary

Joint legal custody means both parents share decision-making responsibilities, while physical custody refers to where the children live. In Indiana, if parents cant agree on holiday schedules or other disputes, mediation is recommended. If unresolved, the court can intervene. The non-custodial parent typically has visitation rights, and child support is usually paid to the custodial parent. If the court order lacks specifics, a motion can be filed for clarification.

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According to court order, what can be interpreted regarding custody: cancelled and any open account indebtedness or open account upon which the parties may have joint liability for future charges shall be cancelled. Each party shall cooperate with the other party in the cancellation of such indebtedness and the obligation of a party to cancel such joint credit card accounts shall be enforceable by one party against the other party following any failure of one party to cooperate with such cancellation. ARTICLE III - CUSTODY OF CHILDREN *. CUSTODY. The Parties shall have the joint legal custody of the minor children of the marriage, namely, Brogan Powell and Brady Powell, with WIFE having actual physical custody of said children. All changes of custody shall be subject to the review and approval of this Court. HUSBAND and WIFE agree that the future relationships between themselves and with their children will be conducted with the following in mind, that: The welfare of the children is of paramount importance; the children need stability and discipline; the children should have free access to both parents and both parents should encourage such access; the children should be treated as individuals, interested in and affected by their relationship with their parents; the children should grow up in home and other environments which will assure the best opportunity to mature responsibly and well; the children need attention and care of both parents, and the parents should make themselves regularly available to the children; the parents should provide constant love and guidance; the support of each parent of the efforts of the other on behalf of the children is of utmost importance. Each Party shall totally and completely refrain from discussing the other with the children except in a manner which is supportive of or complimentary to the other. Each
Renee, the court order specifies:
- Joint legal custody of Brogan and Brady Powell.
- Wife has physical custody.
- Changes to custody must be reviewed and approved by the court.
- Parents must prioritize the children's welfare, stability, and discipline.
- Parents should encourage access to both parents and refrain from negative discussions about each other with the children.
Do you have any specific concerns or questions about this order?
What happens in the event parents can’t agree on holidays or one parent becomes contentious and thinks he has more power than he is entitled
If parents can't agree on holidays or one parent becomes contentious:
- Refer to the court order, which often includes a holiday schedule.
- Mediation may be required to resolve disputes.
- If unresolved, the court can intervene to modify the custody arrangement.
Do you need information on how to initiate mediation or court intervention in Indiana?
Court order does not specify
Renee, when the court order does not specify details about holidays or other disputes:
- You can file a motion to request the court to clarify or provide specific guidelines.
- Mediation can be a helpful first step to resolve disputes without court intervention.
Would you like information on how to initiate mediation or file a motion in Indiana?
According to this court order, what is considered physical custody?
Physical custody refers to the parent with whom the child lives most of the time. In your case, the court order specifies that the wife has physical custody of the children, Brogan and Brady Powell.
Would you like more information on how physical custody could affect other aspects like visitation or child support?
Yes
Sure, Renee! Here is some general information about how physical custody can affect visitation and child support:
- Visitation: The non-custodial parent (in this case, the husband) typically has visitation rights. If not specified, a visitation schedule can be agreed upon by both parties or set by the court.

- Child Support: The parent with physical custody (the wife) is generally the recipient of child support from the non-custodial parent to help cover the child's living expenses.
Would you like to know the steps to establish a specific visitation schedule or modify child support in Indiana?