Q: If custodial parent has a job lost would this be an example of change in circumstances? I am a NCP living out of state.
Can I apply for custody if I am the only parent that can support the kids?
A: If the custodial parent lost his or her job, this may be an exceptional change in circumstances that may require an adjustment to the child support amount. Courts will not take custody from a parent based on a job loss alone. Why did this person lose his or her job? Losing a job doesn't necessarily make you an unfit parent. If you want physical custody of your children, you must prove that the current custodial parent is unfit and that it is in the best interest of the children for you to have primary physical/majority custody. An unfortunate job loss is insufficient!
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