custodial

Example:The court ordered custody to be shared equally between the parents, but due to work schedules, the custodial parent is the one who takes care of the child most of the time.

Definition:A parent who has the legal right and responsibility for caring for and supervising a child while the child is not with the other parent.

Example:The custodial account was set up when the child was born, and the funds will be available for their education when they turn 18.

Definition:An account that is established for the benefit of a minor, with the custodian managing the property for the benefit of the minor until they reach a specified age.

Example:The custodial care arrangements between the parents have been formalized and agreed upon in a court order.

Definition:Care or supervision provided for a child by a parent or guardian who has legal custody of the child.