Washington State Forms 17 For Parenting Plan In Nevada
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If you are afraid that the other parent will relocate your children without your consent, you might be able to ask the judge to issue an emergency custody order that says the other parent cannot take the children out of the state, or that the other parent may only have supervised visitation.
No. You can't be forced if you're unwilling.
The only way to change jurisdiction for any court case is to request a change of venue or to have the case dismissed and filed where the child is living. Having the case dismissed will cause delays, so it is not really the best option.
Relocating a child out of state without the other parent's consent or a court's approval violates existing custody orders. This includes moving even temporarily without proper notification and agreement. Washington law requires the relocating parent to notify the other parent in advance, allowing time for objections.
Whether you can remove your child from the state of Washington without the others parent's knowledge depends on the court ordered parenting plan. If your plan says you have to have permission or give notice to travel to another state, then you have to ask permission.
NRS 125C. 006 Consent required from the noncustodial parent to relocate child when primary physical custody established; petition for permission from court; attorney's fees and costs. (b) If the noncustodial parent refuses to give that consent, petition the court for permission to relocate with the child.
Neglect or Abuse of the Child Child abuse, in any form, is the most direct route to losing custody. This includes physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as neglect. The court takes any allegations or evidence of abuse seriously. It's not just about the immediate harm.
In Washington state, if you are in a situation where the other parent to your child is not following the parenting plan in bad faith, then your recourse is to file a contempt action in court.
A parent with joint custody must petition for primary custody in order to move with their child. If you share joint custody of a child in Nevada, you do not need anyone's permission to make a short-distance move that does not substantially impair your co-parent's ability to maintain a relationship with your child.
NRS 125C. 006 Consent required from the noncustodial parent to relocate child when primary physical custody established; petition for permission from court; attorney's fees and costs. (b) If the noncustodial parent refuses to give that consent, petition the court for permission to relocate with the child.
