Q: I need to know what "Mother's address shall be utilized for all mailing and educational purposes for the minor children
I need to know what "Mother's address shall be utilized for all mailing and educational purposes for the minor children means in our Divorce degree. I understand the mailing part but does the educational purposes mean that my kids will go to school where my ex-wife lives even if she moves?
A:
Usually that language is to state an address to (1) have one address for important mail to come to so it is not missed and cannot be send to multiple places and (2) direct which school district to use unless otherwise stated in your agreement, parenting plan, or judgment. If the rest of the documents are silent as to where the children shall attend school, then in your case Mother's address will be used to determine where the children go to public school.
That said, Missouri requires parents to keep each other informed when they move under the relocation statute. This is both parents and not just the parent with the address designation. If mother moves without giving you proper notice or even with notice, you can file a motion to prevent relocation of the children or to modify the judgment to reflect the change.
As always, family law matters are very fact specific and each case is different because of that. You'll want to consult with an attorney who practices in the court that entered your judgment to see how that court would handle issues and likely outcomes.
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