Parenting Plan
A detailed written agreement or court order outlining custody, visitation schedules, and decision-making responsibilities.
Example
Their parenting plan specified holiday schedules, school break arrangements, and communication protocols.
Canadian Equivalent
In Canada, this is referred to as Parenting Order / Parenting Plan (voluntary agreement or court-ordered under Divorce Act).
Jurisdiction Variations
WASHINGTON
Parenting Plan (mandatory)
Washington requires a detailed parenting plan in every custody case
FLORIDA
Parenting Plan (mandatory since 2008)
Florida requires a parenting plan in all cases with minor children
OREGON
Parenting Plan
Oregon requires a parenting plan
COLORADO
Parenting Plan / Allocation of Parental Responsibilities
Colorado requires a parenting plan
Related Terms
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