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 Child Support Project

Presumption/Preference for Joint Custody

Blue states indicate a preference or presumption for joint custody. (Washington, DC also has a presumption or preference for joint custody.)
Green states indicate a preference or presumption for joint custody if the parties agree.

Source: NCSL
Updated: September 2003