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A parenting plan or custody agreement is a document that addresses how the parents of minor children will share responsibility for the custody, support, and management of the children. Some states have a standard possession order (SPO) that addresses many of these issues. Courts often require each party to a divorce or child custody proceeding to submit a proposed parenting plan.

In Delaware, a parenting plan or custody agreement is a legal document that outlines how divorced or separated parents will share responsibilities regarding their minor children. This includes provisions for physical custody (where the children will live), legal custody (decision-making authority for the children's welfare), visitation schedules, child support, and other aspects of child care and management. Delaware law encourages parents to work together to create a parenting plan that serves the best interests of the child. If parents cannot agree on a plan, the court may intervene and establish a custody arrangement. Delaware does not use the term 'Standard Possession Order' (SPO), which is more commonly associated with Texas family law. Instead, Delaware courts focus on crafting a parenting plan that is tailored to the specific needs of the children involved in the custody case. When going through a divorce or child custody proceeding, Delaware courts typically require each party to submit a proposed parenting plan for consideration.

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