Q: How do I file change of custody order docs when living out of state?
My ex continuously breaks our custody agreement and does not do what is required of her. I live out of state and am not sure how to go about filing paperwork to get the custody order updated and enforced. I do not have the luxury of traveling to the other side of the country continuously. I'm trying to figure out the best way to file the correct paperwork, saying the correct information, and then only travel when I have to go to court.
A: You sound like you moved out of state some time after the Visitation Orders issued, am I correct? If so, then you would need a Modification and you can request a Modification of child support if you will need to travel to see the children or have them travel to see you. Potentially you are also experiencing a contempt situation but it is not clear from your question. It is very difficult to conduct litigation pro se from out of state and you should strongly consider hiring counsel to represent you. Your attorney can act to minimize the number of times you would need to appear in Court.
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