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One parent can ask for a change (called a modification) in custody or parenting time, or if both parents agree on the change, they can request the change together. If only one person wants to change a judgment on custody or parenting time, file: The Complaint for Modification (CJD 104).

In Massachusetts, a parent needs either the consent of their co-parent, or permission from the court to move a child out of state. If the other parent does not consent, the Court will make the decision based on the circumstances of the parties. These types of court cases are known as ?removal? cases.

How can I obtain visitation rights? If a parent does not have sole or legal custody of their child and would like visitation rights to see their child, they must go through court. The Massachusetts court will approve or deny this request based on the child's best interest.

Although we hope it never happens, some parents do try to limit their children's other parent's ability to spend time with the kids. Occasionally, the reasons are legitimate ? but neither parent has the right to change visitation arrangements without getting a modification to the court order.

One parent can ask for a change (called a modification) in custody or parenting time, or if both parents agree on the change, they can request the change together. If only one person wants to change a judgment on custody or parenting time, file: The Complaint for Modification (CJD 104).

The court will only award joint custody if the parents have successfully exercised joint responsibility for the child prior to the filing of a court case. The court will only award joint custody if the parents have the ability to communicate and plan with each other concerning the child.