Q: How to inform biological father about relocating, when you don't know where he may be.
Hi, I have sole custody and sole decision for my 2 boys for 12 years now. One is now 19, but the youngest is going on 13 next month. My parenting plan states I need to give 60 days notice if I move further away. I released him from child support 11 yrs ago but I had a line added that he could see them for one overnight per week. I need to relocate out of state for work purposes. Their father has not seen them in over a year and they do not want to see him. He has not tried to contact us in about 8 months. I am not sure of his whereabouts and the court has an old address. How do I inform him? Can I send it certified and hope for the best? If I can't find him, can I relocate or could that potentially cause issues?
A: You can notify by publication or seek the Court's permission to remove the child (which will also cause you to notify him when the petition is filed).
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