Legal Question in Family Law in California

I live in California and my kids live in Oklahoma with there mother. I want to file for custody but don't know were I have to file here in California or in Oklahoma. And is there a way to file the papers myself


Asked on 8/17/12, 6:08 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Arlene Kock Law Offices of Arlene D. Kock APLC

If the children have been living in Oklahoma for more than 6 months, then there is a high probability that where they currently live would be the proper forum for filing your request. Please speak with an experienced Oklahoma family law attorney to explore your legal options.

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Answered on 8/18/12, 7:11 am

If there is an existing custody order that y want to change, you would file it in the court in which the original order was entered. If there is no existing order, I agree with Ms. Kock.

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Answered on 8/18/12, 1:12 pm


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