Q: What is process for gaining child visitation when no parenting plan was included with Final Child support order (Florida
Child born out of wedlock April 2022. Father submitted parenting plan, she says she never got it. She lives in Polk County, he lives in Duval County. He's full time college student at UNF, full time security guard for State of Fla. and USMC Reservist (Savanna, GA). His plate is full. He has no time left for round trip from Jacksonville to Winter Haven. He's willing to give grandparents POA to pick up and return child. She's not willing to drive half way. She says court recommends visitation start at 4-6 years of age. Girlfriend entrapped boyfriend for marriage. His child support up to date. He wants visitation but the standard parenting plan is not practical. Longer stays, less often until school starts. Child is not developing normal, almost 2 years old and still not speaking.
A: It sounds like you have a child support order but no parenting plan. You need to return to court and file a motion to establish a parenting plan and timesharing. The court will order a timesharing schedule that is in the best interests of the child. What you are describing would be a long distance parenting plan. Please note that the right to timesharing belongs to the parents and not the grandparents. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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