Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: child custody

he should file in Arkansas under their law

Re: child custody

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Jurisdiction (AR v CA) is determined by the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, and NOT by where the child is living at the moment. Interstate custody battles are complicated. Get advice from a lawyer who is experienced in same.

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Re: child custody

It's not kidnapping if they are still married and she knows where he is taking him.

How long have they lived in Arkansas? If they have lived here at least 6 months then he can petition the courts for a divorce and custody.

Butch

Re: child custody

You should contact an attorney in Arkansas. Jurisdiction would remain there under the facts that you have given. He should not delay, a delay may give jurisdiction to the state of California. Good Luck, Pat McCrary