Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: parental kidnaping to another state

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Taking a child to another state for a visit or vacation is not kidnapping. While it may be in violation of the court's order requiring the mother to obtain permission, it does not rise to a kidnapping as you have termed it.

Your son needs to speak with his attorney to determine the cause of the delay. Generally, court dates are assigned by the Courts and can take some time to get a hearing although exceptions are made for emergency matters. If your son does not feel comfortable with his attorney, it is his option to change his attorney and find someone who he is comfortable with.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.