custody

Example Sentences

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As a result of the inquiry, Paul has temporarily lost custody of her 2-year-old son, Ever, that she shares with Mortensen.

From Los Angeles Times

When he found out their mom had been deported, he opposed the children leaving the country and decided to fight for custody.

From Salon

As part of that inquiry, Paul, 31, has temporarily lost custody of the couple’s son, Ever, who turned 2 last week — the day the troubling video came out.

From Los Angeles Times

This can be hard to figure out in 50/50 custody arrangements, and so some families revert to the parent who provides the most financial support as a tiebreaker.

From MarketWatch

Two other men were arrested on suspicion of the same offence at Wembley and remain in custody.

From BBC