Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Modification of Parent Child Relationship
My exwife is wanting to move my 2 girls to Houston, TX. I live in Burleson, TX. They will be 5-7 hrs away depending on traffic. What can I do to stop her from moving? I pay my child support, which she is also trying to raise even though I have had a decrease in pay. I never miss my visitation. I am very involved with my girls. I am the one who raised them before the divorce because the ex was out having an affair. What are my chances of getting custody now? I have been married for 2 years and I am a police officer for the town I live in. My home is very stable to compared to hers. If she moves to Houston it will be the 3rd move in less than a year for my girls. I want them with me. What are my chances?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Modification of Parent Child Relationship
You need to request geographical restrictions on your divorce.
Re: Modification of Parent Child Relationship
Everyone contemplating a child custody suit wants a "slam dunk" answer to the "what are my chances" questions but there are none. As a result, you will receive generalized answer from experienced lawyers.
The judge will usually make decisions concerning a parent moving children based upon several factors: 1) what is the reason for the move, 2) the involvement of the other parent in child activities, 3) the other parent's use of visitation time, 4) the other parent's child support record, 5) the age of the children, 6) the involvement of the children in local schools, churches, extra-curricular activities, etc. - ties to the community, 7) stability of each parent's household, 8) all those other intangible factors that make things good or not so good for kids.
Bottom line - there are no definite answers but it would be wise to either begin your litigation before she moves or resign yourself to having the kids in Houston.
You should definitely consult with a lawyer - this is not the sort of thing people can handle effectively without professional assistance.
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