RELOCATION
RELOCATION
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In the state of Florida, adults are free to move to another city, state or country at any time. For divorced individuals with children, however, relocation can be an involved legal process. This is because of time-sharing and parenting plans that are established by the courts at the time a divorce is finalized.
A significant move will most likely negatively affect the non-relocating parent's time-sharing schedule with their child. With a goal of allowing both parents to build meaningful relationships with a child after a divorce, courts carefully examine relocation requests and determine the best course of action for the child.
WHAT IS RELOCATION?
In Florida Statute 61.13001, relocation is defined as "...a change in the location of the principal residence of a parent or other person from his or her principal place of residence at the time of the last order establishing or modifying time-sharing, or at the time of filing the pending action to establish or modify time-sharing. The change of location must be at least 50 miles from that residence, and for at least 60 consecutive days not including a temporary absence from the principal residence for purposes of vacation, education, or the provision of health care for the child."
Essentially, relocation means moving with a minor child more than 50 miles from your current residence for period longer than 60 days.
FLORIDA LAW AND RELOCTATION AFTER DIVORCE
In Florida, a parent who is considering relocation must provide the other parent with 60 days advance notice of the move.
The law gives the non-relocating parent an opportunity to object, and if this happens, the court will decide whether to allow the parent to relocate with the child. The court’s order will be based upon the well-being and best interests of the child, and the judge will consider many factors in making a final decision.
MILITARY RELOCATION
Many military service members are concerned about how their time-sharing (child custody) arrangement will be effected if they are deployed overseas or transferred to a different base. It is important for military parents to know that they have the same rights as non-military parents when it comes to relocation and time-sharing concerns. Florida courts determine time-sharing disputes based on the best interests of the child, but must also consider the special circumstances of military families in rendering their decisions.
Relocation cases are highly dependent on several factors, so it is important to speak with an experienced parental relocation lawyer who can help you discern which facts, statistics, and strategies can assist you in presenting a reasoned and persuasive argument to the court.
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Relocation cases are highly dependent on several factors. Therefore, it's important to speak with an experienced parental relocation lawyer who can help you discern which facts, statistics, and strategies will help you present a reasoned and persuasive relocation argument to the court.
Get the information and advice you need to ensure your child's best interests are protected. Call the law office of Laura S. Coleman, P.A., at (850) 626-8520
today. We look forward to speaking with you.
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