How does custody work when parents live in different states?

The initial jurisdiction is based on where a minor child has resided for the 6 months prior to the filing of a case. This is considered the child's home state and the child's home state is most generally the only state where child custody cases can be heard.

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Washington State Forms 17 For Parenting Plan In Minnesota

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The Washington state forms 17 for parenting plan in Minnesota are essential documents used in family law to outline parenting arrangements for children following a separation or divorce. This form facilitates the mutual agreement between parents regarding custody, visitation schedules, and decision-making responsibilities for their children. It is designed to meet the legal requirements of Washington state while being applicable in Minnesota, making it a useful tool for families navigating multi-state custody situations. The form is structured to be user-friendly, allowing for straightforward filling and editing by individuals without extensive legal knowledge. Attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants will find this form particularly beneficial as it lays out clear guidelines for creating a comprehensive parenting plan. The form includes sections for detailing the child's living arrangements, visitation rights, and the process for resolving disputes. Users are encouraged to complete the form thoughtfully, ensuring that all aspects of parenting are covered to promote the best interests of the child. By following the provided editing instructions, users can customize the plan to reflect their unique family dynamics, while ensuring compliance with state laws.

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Generally, once a court has jurisdiction, that court will keep jurisdiction, even if you move to another state. If you have moved, you can ask the court that issued the original order to transfer the custody case to the new state that you are in.

The initial jurisdiction is based on where a minor child has resided for the 6 months prior to the filing of a case. This is considered the child's “home state” and the child's home state is most generally the only state where child custody cases can be heard.

In State cases it can be done but you would have to file Standing to change venue. That the state you want to move the case to has “standing” to take legal jurisdiction of the case from the other state.

If it is legal for you to move across state lines with the children under those laws, and you wish to transfer the custody matter, you can file an “inconvenient forum” motion in the original court with the help of your attorney, which asks the original state to transfer the case to the state where you want to move to.

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.

See our fact sheet Paternity and Child Custody for the list. In general, a noncustodial parent gets a minimum of 25% of the parenting time. This is calculated by counting the number of overnights in a 2-week period. For example, 25% equals about every other weekend and one day a week.

This means that should the court determine that a parenting time amount of less than 25 percent is in the child's best interests, whether because of the traveling distance between the parents' homes, safety issues, work schedules, etc., the court may award a parent less than 25 percent of the parenting time.

A 70/30 child custody schedule grants the primary custodial parent significantly more time (70%) with the child than the other parent gets (30%). It also allows both adults to be involved with their child's life while minimizing how often a child must move from one parent's home to the other's residence.