Q: My ex-husband decided to move to Riverside county 1 1/2 hours away from my home in San Diego County, which is not in the
best interests of our children. Am I required to pick up my children there or could a meeting place be arranged? The court order states the receiving parent picks up the children on holidays... Can this custody issue be revisited in court?? Thank you.
A: It’s possible to revisit custody, but consult with a family lawyer before doing anything. Generally moves like this should be evaluated carefully. If he took the kids with him on a primary basis, you should probably act quickly. If you have primary custody, the judge will probably state that the receiving parent picks up even if Dad is in Riverside. I have seen judges order the receiving parent pick up on alternate weekends when one parent lives in Arizona. Both parents can agree on a meeting place, but that may not happen if there’s no agreement. Definitely consult with a lawyer.
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