Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

My daughter was taken from her mom by florida child services, I went thru the hoops at court and now have my daughter. My ex and I were never married and she now lives in an alcohol treatment program at the rescue mission.there is no visitation order and she has not seen our daughter since last Jan and spoke on the phone last the day after mothers day. Can I leave Florida and move to Texas, the child services ladies said I could.


Asked on 1/02/13, 2:27 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

Totally disagree. You have to file a petition to relocate out of state and get a court order prior to moving. Contact my office for free consultation 727-446-7659.

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Answered on 1/02/13, 3:17 pm
Lucreita Becude Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.

It would depend on what type of court order you have concerning your daughter. Do you have full custody, if so, then yes.

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Answered on 1/03/13, 8:24 am


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