Q: I got approved to move to Oregon with my son, with COVID there are no jobs! How difficult is it to change state?
Hi
I have full legal sole and physical custody of my child (hes 12)
I was awarded full legal sole and physical custody
CPS took him off his mother and gave him to me because shes an alcoholic
I currently live in the SF bay area
I just got approved to move to Portland 2 weeks ago
I have been applying for jobs there and nothing is coming through because of COVID
I did get an offer of work in Michigan.
what is the process now if I decide to take the job?
Do I need to re-file another motion? Where?
Can I just let his mother know that we're moving for a good job opportunity and go?
What would happen if I did?
(I would hate to see a wasted opportunity)
Thanks
A: If the judgement in your child custody case states that you have sole legal custody and sole physical custody, you do get to decide where your child lives. However, you not want to be accused of kidnapping your child so I highly recommend that you schedule an appointment with a family law lawyer who can read the judgment with you and discuss all of its terms. Without a judgment that clearly states you have sole legal custody and sole physical custody of your child, you will have to request a "Move-Away Order" from the court or get the mother's written consent to move. If you need to get her consent, you should have it prepared as a "Stipulation and Order" which can be submitted to the court for the judge to sign and make into a court order. Congratulations on the new position!
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