Lithia Springs, GA asked in Family Law for Georgia

Q: My ex wife has moved out of state with a one day notice and will violate my weekly visitation order.

Will the court order they be returned to GA? I am planning to fight this move and attempt primary custody.

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Regina Irene Edwards
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: There is no way to tell what the outcome will be. You should file an emergency motion for contempt and modification.

Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer

Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: You should certainly file for contempt and see what the judge orders. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com

P. Justin Thrailkill
P. Justin Thrailkill
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  • Fayetteville, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: That all depends. Talk to a local attorney about helping you out with this.

Ellaretha Coleman
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Ellaretha Coleman
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: I agree with Attorney Edwards. You should definitely file an emergency motion for contempt and petition to modify custody if she moved with no notice.

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