custody proceeding

custody proceeding. Family law. An action to determine who is entitled to legal or physical custody of a child. • Legal custody gives one the right to make significant decisions regarding the child, and physical custody gives one the right to physical care and control of the child. See CUSTODY; custody hearing under HEARING.

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