Chepachet, RI asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Rhode Island

Q: Can I move out of state for a job advancement with my 2 children if I have sole legal and physical custody?

I have sole legal and physical custody of my 2 children. Mother lives in the next state over 30 min away. We want to move south about 12 hours away. She has not made contact with me to see them in 9 months. There is no visitations set up at all as she skipped the last 2 court dates. I have had them living with me for 5 years now with her being in and out when she feels like it. She doesnt pay child support either even though I've filed with DHS over a year ago and they are still trying to "locate" her even though I've given them her exact address, cell #, car make and model, social number, birth date, family's addresses. Could I file for abandonment and terminate rights? I am in Ri. She lives in mass. Should I file in court for permission to move or just move and not tell her? Also in my court order does not specify that I need to tell her or file in court for permission to move.

1 Lawyer Answer
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • PROVIDENCE, RI
  • Licensed in Rhode Island

A: Meet with your attorney to review the court orders in your particular case.

Also, you may consider retaining your private attorney to press for the child support you seek.

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