Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
Changing visitation sometimes
I am sole legal guardian to my son.
I have sole legal and physical custody of my son.
My ex has court ordered visitation on Saturdays during the daytime only, no overnights.
Do I have the right to change a Saturday (not often) and offer a make up day if I feel that there is something important for my son to attend?
Am I locked into every Saturday even if I feel that it is in my son's best interest?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Changing visitation sometimes
Apparently you and your former significant other are not able to be friends while making decisins about your child. You should try to establish some trust with your former mate that you are acting in good faith
only in the interest of your child. A good relationship when dealing with your child's interests is good for all three of you.
Gary Moore
Re: Changing visitation sometimes
Yes, you can, but you need to work this out with your ex. If you do not, then you may end up in Court, which will cost both of you money, but will give you a decision by the Judge. For good reasons, the Judge will let you move the visitation days. That is likely what would happen, but I am not certain of that, that is only a general statement. Your ex could ask for more or different visitation, so you should be aware of that possibility.
A full discussion would take a lot more information from you.
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