Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

moving child out of state

My exhusband, who has primary custody of our 11 yr old has just informed me he wants to move back to Maryland with him. I have weekend visitation and a wonderful relationship with my son. What do I have to do to stop him from taking him away from me?


Asked on 3/24/09, 9:42 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Re: moving child out of state

You don't have to do anything. Unless your settlement agreement or court order says otherwise, your ex is forbidden from moving your son more than 50 miles from his curent home without your permission or a court order.

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Answered on 3/24/09, 9:50 am
Rebecca Zima The Law Offices of Rebecca Zima, P.A.

Re: moving child out of state

Your ex would be required to file a written Notice of Intent to Relocate prior to moving your son out of your area. If he files that, you need to then file a written Objection to Relocation to stop the move. If you fail to answer his Notice of Intent to Relocate, the court may allow him to move due to your lack of objection.

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Answered on 3/24/09, 10:18 am


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