Child custody is shared between a married opposite or same-sex couple. When parents are unmarried, deciding legal rights over the child become complicated, more so when the parents have disagreements. Courts typically agree to the covenant created by parents if it is in the best interests of the child. If not, the court will decide Custody order including physical custody (living location of the child) and legal custody (which parent makes important decisions) Sole custody (one parent has complete custody) or joint custody (shared custody) Visitation times (parenting time) is established for the parent who does not have physical custody