Can I go live with my dad if my mom has custody?

If there’s no custody agreement, and your dad is your legal father, then they both have equal legal custody. Whoever has PHYSICAL custody is whoever you are with at the time. Go live with your dad right now, but have him IMMEDIATELY petition for a custody agreement.

Can I move in with my dad without my mom’s permission?

No. You cannot decide for yourself unless you are emancipated by a judge. Your dad can hire an attorney to file for a change of custody.

Can my mom force me to live with my dad?

If your parents both agree, the short answer is “yes, she can”. As a minor, your parents have legal decision making authority over where you live. If they both agree that you should live with your dad, you’re going to be living with your dad.

Can a 17 year old choose who they want to live with?

Parents often want to know at what age a child can decide whom to live with. The answer is simply: according to the law, eighteen. This is not completely accurate, as a child of 17 actually can be under the juvenile court’s power, but only if the parent or parents are charged with abuse or neglect.

Can you move to a different state with your child?

If you are a parent who has sole custody of your child or children, you do have the right to move out of state with your children. In California, by law, a custodial parent must provide in writing their intention to move out of state with their child. This notice must be at least 45 daysbefore the move.

Can one parent move out of state during a child custody case?

The aim of custody arrangements is to try to meet a child’s best interests. One parent can significantly complicate a joint custody arrangement by moving out of the state in which both resides. As a result, that parent may need court approval to move.

Is it legal for a father to move out with child?

It is legal to do that. You do not need court permission to move out with your child. But the father can file a paternity case at any time, and then try to get custody and parenting time or visitation.

What happens if one parent does not agree to a move?

If one parent does not consent to the move, the parent seeking to move must go to court and petition the judge for a court order allowing the move. The court will schedule a hearing and allow the non-consenting parent to object to the relocation.

What are the rules for relocation in child custody?

Relocation rules can be tricky for co-parents. Even for a custodial parent, moves out of state can be frowned upon if the change will limit the children’s time with the other parent. When it comes to child custody, relocation is a hot-button issue.