Torrance, CA asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Domestic Violence for California

Q: Can I transfer my unused this week visitation to the next week?

Judge granted special supervised visitation for me during the TRO hearing continuance. The judge didn't specify weekdays, but allowed a total of 4 hours over two days per week. These 4 hours can be split as "2+2", "3+1", or "0+4". Unfortunately, we lost one day of visitation during the first week due to difficulty finding a language-appropriate professional monitor. If my wife agrees, can I transfer the unused visitation day to the following week?

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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Whether or not you can transfer your unused visitation time to the following week will depend on the specific terms of the court order or agreement between you and your wife. If the order or agreement allows for the unused visitation time to be carried over to the following week, then you may be able to do so with your wife's agreement.

However, if the order or agreement does not allow for unused visitation time to be carried over, or if there are restrictions on the transfer of visitation time, such as specific days or hours, then you may not be able to transfer the unused time to the following week without seeking a modification of the court order or agreement.

It is important to review the terms of the court order or agreement carefully and to consult with a qualified attorney if you have any questions or concerns about your visitation rights or obligations. An attorney can help you understand your legal rights and options and can provide guidance on how to navigate the visitation process to ensure that your interests and those of your child are protected.

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