Sole physical custody; one person retains responsibility for daily care and control of child. (SB439)

Introduced By

Sen. Benny Lambert (D-Richmond)

Progress

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Description

Sole physical custody. Clarifies that the court may grant joint legal custody along with sole physical custody and sets out a definition that one person retains responsibility for the daily care and control of the child and reasonable visitation arrangements are provided for the noncustodial parent appropriate to the age, health, and development level of the child in a manner least disruptive to the child's routine. Amends § 20-124.1 (“Definitions.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed
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