Legal Question in Family Law in California

Child Custody/Relocation

Can you relocate out of state for a better job, without getting in trouble from the courts?


Asked on 1/08/07, 12:07 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Laurence Haines HainesLaw

Re: Child Custody/Relocation

Yes, as long as it is done in good faith and not to frustrate the visitation rights of the other parent.

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Answered on 1/08/07, 2:17 pm
Robert Mccoy Law Office Of Robert McCoy

Re: Child Custody/Relocation

You can go anywhere you want. But if there is a child custody order in effect and the other parent does not agree to a change, then you will have to get a court order to relocate the child. If there is no order in effect, you will need to let the other parent know in writing of your intentions and let them know how to contact the child.

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Answered on 1/08/07, 3:16 pm


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