FL-341 is a California family court attachment form used to create detailed, legally enforceable child custody and visitation orders. When the court issues orders after a hearing—often using FL-340 as the cover sheet—FL-341 is attached to specify exactly how legal and physical custody will be shared and what the parenting schedule will look like. Because custody arrangements must be precise to avoid confusion and conflict, FL-341 provides a structured format for outlining all parenting terms with clarity and consistency.

The form addresses two major components of custody:
• Legal custody — who has the authority to make decisions about the child’s health, education, and general welfare.
• Physical custody — where the child lives and how parenting time is divided between the parents.

FL-341 allows the court to designate one parent, both parents, or a combination of arrangements depending on the child’s best interests. The form ensures that the judge’s decision is written in a clear, enforceable manner.

FL-341 also outlines visitation (parenting time) in detail, including regular weekly schedules, weekend rotations, vacation periods, and holiday parenting plans. These sections can specify start times, end times, pickup/drop-off locations, and transportation responsibilities. By making the schedule very specific, FL-341 helps reduce misunderstandings and disagreements between parents. It also assists law enforcement and courts in enforcing the order when necessary.

The form includes additional protective and logistical options, such as supervised visitation, conditions related to substance abuse, restrictions on parental behavior, or requirements for safe exchanges. These safeguards are especially important in cases involving domestic violence, high conflict, or special needs children. Parents can also attach FL-341(A), FL-341(B), FL-341(C), or other related add-ons for holidays, travel, or joint legal custody details.

In summary, FL-341 is a vital attachment that transforms custody decisions into a clear, structured, and enforceable parenting plan. It ensures both parents understand their rights and responsibilities, supports the child’s stability, and reduces future conflict by documenting every detail of the custody and visitation arrangement. When included with a hearing order or judgment, FL-341 provides the roadmap for how co-parenting will function going forward.