Q: I have full legal and physical custody of my child. Would I get in trouble if I move states for a better job?
My ex has visitation but has not seen my child in over 3 years even though he only lives a few miles away and even before he has never been consistent. He also move 3 states away himself at one point but then moved back. He never checks on him but the state does take a small amount of child support from his check. I say small because the amount was based off of when he was unemployed and the horrible CSS office in my area drop us off the docket instead of setting us up for a 6 month review.
A:
If you move a distance of more than 75 miles, you have to notify your ex at least 60 days before you move. If your ex does not file a written objection in court within 30 days of receiving the notice, you can move.
If your ex files a written objection in court, the court will hold a hearing on whether you can move. At your hearing, you can present evidence that your ex does not have a relationship with the child, and this can weigh in favor of the court allowing you to move.
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