The concept and classification of timesharing went into effect on October 1, 2008.
Prior to this legislative change, the Florida Statutes used the term primary physical residence to describe the parent who had the children in their home the majortiy of time. The other parent was classifed as the non-residential parent and would have visitation with the children.
The new terminology makes it clear that the Florida legislature wants parents to be seen as equals when it comes to raising their children.
Copyright © 2009 Steven A. Leitman
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