i was wondering if i would get into trouble if i move out of state with my children?

Question

well im in the process of moving and getting childd support everything was granted all they needed was to modify it and they did that now if im planning on moving wil i get in trouble even if i have full custody or will i need a letter from him to move

well we went to court to modify the support because he went from payin80 a month to paying 125 we haveent gone to court for any type of visitation and i have full custody because i have papers proving that im the custodial parent and i dont know if i would get in trouble for this or if i would be ok

Answer 1

I am from California, but lived in Washington state for a time. I filed for divorce in Washington and got full custody of my children. In Washington, when you want to relocate to another state with a child, thus making it difficult on the other parent to have frequent visitation, you have to show the court how it is in the best interests of the child to move away. You can't just randomly pick up and move because the children need to be able to have access to the other parent, and the other parent has the right to access to their child. In my case, I was able to show that my home state of California was in the best interests of my children because I had a good job, a stable home, and my entire family live there, and to remain in Washington would be to subject my children to a life where I had difficulty finding employment, and where there was no family support, because my ex was abusive and his mother is mentally unstable herself (these are the only family members in the state of Washington). Yes, you could get in trouble if you leave the state you are in with your children unless you first get permission from the court. You should check with a court facilitator at your county courthouse if you don't have a lawyer you can consult. Each state has their own requirements. You don't need permission from your ex to move - you need to make sure you are doing everything legally. I would consult the Family Court office of your courthouse - usually they have attorneys or paralegals who can give you free guidance on what is required and what you need to do. Best of luck.

Answer 2

It depends on where you live and how far you're moving, but there’s a good change you’ll need the father’s permission or the court’s approval--even if you have full custody. In addition, you may be required to pay travel expenses for Dad to maintain visitation since you are the one who’s creating the distance.

Answer 3

In most states, YES, you will be in violation of the decree if it has parental specifics. If not, the most that can happen is that he forces you back into court to define them. The end result is that you may be required to provide transportation to and from him for the period that is defined in the decree as his time, with the children. Biggest question, is have you ask him what he wants for the kids.. My suggestion is make a compromise if you need to move, then be the better person and pay for the transport of kids during the summers!

Answer 4

It depends on the terms of the custody. Does he have visitation even though you have full custody? I would contact someone at the family court or your lawyer.

Answer 5

if you have full custody then you don't need permission to move you and your kids out of state, however, you will need to let the courts know of your new address and make sure they change all the information in their computers. Of course you will also need to let the father know of your move as well. maybe send him a certified letter of your new address and make a copy for your files at the courthouse.

Answer 6

You have not stated what the modification was. Unless it is to require you not to leave the state there is no objection to your doing it. If he has visiting rights keep him informed about your new address. You can also assure that every time he wants to meet the children he need not necesssarily come all the say and that occasionally you might oblige by coming over.

Answer 7

See your attorney. If you move your children across state lines without his permission you could be charged with kidnapping and put jail for a long time. I sure hope you have a good relationship with your ex, otherwise you could be stuck either giving up custody, or waiting to move until your children are over 18.

Answer 8

Since you have full custody of your children, you do not need permission from their father to move. I do think you should notify him of your plans of moving out of state prior to doing so, especially if he has visitation rights.

Answer 9

If you have full custody then you have the right to move where ever you want unless he has visiting rights. If he does then you have to stay where he can access them for visits.

Answer 10

you can move that wont affect your support unless its in your custody agreement that you can't move but you do have to notify them immediately as soon as you have the new address and your change in rent or anything..