Definition for "child custody" in Civil Law
A domestic-relations or estates concept defining authority, duties, or distribution rules for managing personal status or assets. It governs fiduciary administration, dissolution outcomes, parenting arrangements, support obligations, or succession outcomes under applicable rules.
Definition for "child custody" in Family Law
A parenting-order concept defining decision-making authority and time-sharing arrangements for a child. It allocates legal authority and physical care through defined schedules, conditions, and decision rules. It does not create parental rights beyond those recognized by law and is subject to safety and compliance restrictions when imposed.