How Does 50/50 Child Custody Work in Utah?

Jeremy Atwood50/50 Custody

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TL;DR: A 50/50 custody schedule in Utah gives both parents roughly equal parenting time, but equal time does not automatically mean equal decision-making or that child support will not apply. Courts focus on whether shared custody supports the child’s best interests, including stability, parental involvement, communication, and practical scheduling needs. In Utah, joint physical custody does not require parents to … Read More