York, PA asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Pennsylvania

Q: i am planning to relocate to fl with my family in 6 weeks but but my 14 yr old daughter's dad is not being coropitive

my daughter has lived with me her whole life and step dad for over 6 yrs he doesnt help with anything or follow custody order we all want to move as a family.she has 1 brother 2 sisters a step brother and sister that she lives with.She wants to move with us but her dad wont even plan visitaton or be willing to work with us.We are moving for several reasons I have fibromyalgia and the cold weather keeps me in so much pain also we both found better jobs there,my daughter has been constantly getting in trouble in school and poor grades and we live in a bad area.

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A: You must file a Petition for Relocation and follow the appropriate rules before you move or you could be forced to return to Pennsylvania with your daughter. You should immediately contact an attorney in your area to discuss this matter.

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