joint custody
noun
: custody (the legal right to take care of a child) shared by two people
The divorced parents have joint custody.
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Offset has sought joint custody of the kids, with Cardi’s home staying their primary residence.
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 3 June 2025
In February, Offset responded to the divorce, seeking joint custody of the children.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 30 May 2025
Offset is also seeking joint custody of their three children, although Cardi’s home is listed as the primary residence.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 30 May 2025
The actress filed for joint custody and requested that her legal name be restored to Jessica Marie Alba.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 12 May 2025
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 3 June 2025
In February, Offset responded to the divorce, seeking joint custody of the children.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 30 May 2025
Offset is also seeking joint custody of their three children, although Cardi’s home is listed as the primary residence.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 30 May 2025
The actress filed for joint custody and requested that her legal name be restored to Jessica Marie Alba.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 12 May 2025
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“Joint custody.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/joint%20custody. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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