Understanding Custody Modifications Due to Relocation
If your ex-wife is trying to relocate with your child, is that a ground to modify custody to you? Hi, I′m Tulsa Dads.Law attorney Clint Hastings. I practice here in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and I focus on fathers’ rights. I′ve been practicing for about 25 years now, and I′ve gotten this issue quite a bit. So, the move alone is not necessarily grounds to switch custody to you where they have been awarded custody already.
Now, if the custodial parent, your ex, has moved several times, I have seen this be direct grounds for modification because it′s simply instability for the child, and a judge sees that as not in the best interest of the child and a change of conditions significant enough to warrant a change of custody. Now, when you go to object to a relocation, you do get a hearing, and if they show that there′s good faith for the move, then it goes into a best interest standard hearing, and there are many factors involved there.
Factors to Consider in Custody Modification Hearings
You could argue that because of the negative effect on the child that would happen due to this relocation, that it would be grounds to change custody. However, the move in and of itself is not just going to be enough to change custody.
All right, I hope this helps. Give us a call on any relocation issue you have, and we will be glad to help. Thanks.
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If you are facing a custody modification due to your ex’s relocation, give Tulsa men’s child custody attorney Clint Hastings a call at 918-962-0900 for a low-cost consultation. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate this challenging situation and protect your rights as a father. Don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance today.
