Legal Question in Family Law in Indiana

If I was awarded custody of my 2 children in Indiana would my ex wife be able to modify it in Florida where she resides or have to do it here in Indiana


Asked on 12/20/09, 5:31 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Based on the facts presented, Indiana has jurisdiction.

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Answered on 12/25/09, 8:05 pm
Jay Rigdon Rockhill Pinnick LLP

Asuming the children reside here in Indiana legally, and the initial determination is in Indiana, then Indiana would retain jurisdiction. Neither of you can move to another state on your own and then seek the jurisdiction of that state without the consent of the other.

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Answered on 12/30/09, 11:18 am


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