child custody and relocation in florida
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Child Custody And Relocation in Florida: What Parents Need To Know
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Over 11% of Americans move annually *
* Source U.S. Census, 2012-2013
In our increasingly mobile society, it is easier for people to relocate to a different state or out of the country.
Top 3 Reasons Divorced Individuals Move
Top 3 Reasons Divorced Individuals Move
45%
Housing
Top 3 Reasons Divorced Individuals Move
45%
36%
Housing Family
Top 3 Reasons Divorced Individuals Move
Housing Family Job
45%
36%
17%
IN FLORIDA Relocation is a change in residence
IN FLORIDA Relocation is a change in residence
Of at least 50 miles
IN FLORIDA Relocation is a change in residence
Of at least 50 miles For 60+ days
YOUR OPTIONS
Receive written consent from other parent
Have approved by court 1 2
Have approved by court
YOUR OPTIONS
Receive written consent from other parent
Have approved by court 1 2
File a petition to relocate
Serve upon other parent 1 2 Have approved
by court 3
The team Answer the question, “Why are we the ones to solve the problem we identified?”
New location Date of move Reasons for move Proposed parenting
plan including details about transportation
RELOCATION PETITION should include
The court will consider what is in the best interest of the child
Child’s relationship with parents and other family Impact on the child’s development Feasibility of preserving relationship with non-relocating parent The child’s preference, if mature enough Reason for relocation
Contested relocation cases may take over a year to resolve !
Don’t delay in submitting a petition or responding to a petition served on you
!
If you are a parent considering relocation, we hope these slides provided you with some useful information about what is required in Florida.
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