Legal Question in Family Law in Kentucky

Re: Moving from KY to AR

I would need to review the terms of your custody arrangements, however if you are the primary residential or custodial parent the law as it stands right now would permit you to move, although he may be able to contest this by changing custody. You need to consult with an attorney in depth prior to moving about possible change in custody and his visitation.

Re: Moving from KY to AR

Welcome to the world of interstate child custody and visitation. Ideally, the Court makes these decisions based upon what is best for the children and at the same time letting each parent have as much access as possible. It is a balancing act. It looks like you will need a hearing to decide the issue. One weekend a month is not out of the question depending upon the distance and difficulty (job reuirements, money) involved. In a lot of cases, depending upon the distance, the child will stay with one parent during the school year and with the other parent the entire summer. Major holidays (such as Christmas, etc) which allow enough time for travel are also considered and sometimes alternated between parents. This will not end until the child is of age. Another thing to consider is how the travel arrangements are paid for (airplane tickets, etc). The Court will want to involve both parents in the life of the child unless one parent walks off. If you and the father cannot work it out, take the advice of your attorney. The bottom line here is if you and the father cannot agree, the Court will agree for you. Either way it goes, both of you are in for a LOT of inconvenience.