Sometime after your divorce, you may wish to move away from Minnesota. However, if you are in custody of your children, you might find this to be legally challenging, especially if the other parent objects to the move. And, if you’re the noncustodial parent, you might lose a lot of parenting time.
To that end, courts will analyze a variety of factors associated with relocation before approving the relocation with the child and/or altering the child custody arrangement in any way. Below are some of the factors that could influence the court’s decision, specifically regarding allowing custodial parents to move out of state:
Courts are hesitant to allow relocation with the child, but it is something the courts will consider in certain circumstances. For assistance with this process, consult a skilled Minnesota family law attorney with Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A.