Section 3082 Of Chapter 4. Joint Custody From California Family Law Code >> Division 8. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 4.

. When a request for joint custody is granted or denied, the court, upon the request of any party, shall state in its decision the reasons for granting or denying the request. A statement that joint physical custody is, or is not, in the best interest of the child is not sufficient to satisfy the requirements of this section.