Legal Question in Family Law in Tennessee

jurisdiction

My step-daughter is 15 months old. My step-daughter was born in Ky. Her mother moved her to TN 4 weeks ago. Her father lives in TX where the child was conceived. Where would the jurisdicition be at for visitation and custody issues. Child support has been established.

Thank you


Asked on 8/09/00, 11:24 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: jurisdiction

If the child now resides in TN and meets the residency requirements (usually six months), the custody/visitation can be determined there. Six months means when the case is heard, so if she has been there3 1/2 months or more, she should take action in TN.

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Answered on 9/14/00, 10:46 am


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