Joint decision-making
If you have joint custody, you and the other parent need to agree on matters relating to your child’s personal circumstances, such as the choice of school, moving home and certain healthcare matters. In exceptional cases, the family law unit (familjerätten) may make certain decisions when one parent objects.
When parents cannot cooperate
Joint custody requires you and the other parent to be able to cooperate on matters concerning your child. If cooperation breaks down, either of you may bring court proceedings to seek a change in custody.