UTAH Part 14

However, getting a custody order from a court can give you certain legal rights. Getting a custody order can give you:

    The right to make decisions about your child and/or

    The right to residency (to have your child live with you).

Without a custody order, it is possible that you may not have these legal rights, even if you’re the parent that takes care of the child every day.  However, if you file for custody, the other parent may also request these rights and it will be up to the judge to decide.