Types of Custody
Hawaii Child Custody Differences
There are many types of custody arrangements for children of divorcing parents, including sole and temporary custody. The common denominator of each is “the best interests of the child.” If you are contemplating a child custody arrangement, or if you are considering a change in an existing custody arrangement, the custody attorneys in Hawaii at the Law Practice of Jackie Kong can explain your options.
Sole Custody in Hawaii
Sole custody is, as its name suggests, is an arrangement whereby custody is granted solely to one parent. Sole custody may be sole physical custody or sole legal custody. With sole physical custody, the non-custodial parent generally has visitation rights. Sole legal custody means that one parent has the authority to make decisions about the child and his upbringing, such as schooling, religion, and medical treatment.
Temporary Custody in Hawaii
Temporary custody is a court-ordered grant of custody to a parent or other relative before a final custody arrangement is in place. The person with temporary custody generally has authority to make decisions involving the child’s welfare in the short term, maintaining the child’s routine until a more permanent arrangement can be finalized. A temporary custody order can provide for child support payments, and set forth when each parent can have the child. The goal of a temporary custody order is to maintain stability for the child while the divorce and permanent custody are being finalized.
