Q: Which State has Custody Jurisdiction
Mom and Dad’s divorce was finalized in Alaska back in 2022 (dissolution w/ minor). Mom and child moved to California and have been here for one year. Mom would like to file a Motion to change custody orders. Would she need to file the motion in California or Alaska ?
A: Mom probably should have filed a request to modify custody in the Alaska case before moving to California. Assuming Mom had Dad's permission to move with the minor to California, Mom should now file a motion in Alaska requesting change of venue to California.
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