Q: I have a question about moving out of state with my children when my husband and I separate.
We just moved from New Hampshire to Florida this past August, so we've only lived here five months. My entire family and support system is in New Hampshire and our kids (9 year old daughter and 3 year old son) both lived there for their entire lives until August. They have not transitioned well and do not consider Florida home. Will I run into problems if I move back with them?
A: You cannot file for dissolution in Florida unless you have lived here at least six months. Additionally, a Florida court would not have jurisdiction to award child custody or visitation unless the child has lived in this state for six months. If you make sure your husband knows where the children are, you should have no legal impediments regarding moving back to New Hampshire before the six month period has elapsed.
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