16.
My ex is threatening to move away with our child. Can he/she do this?
The short answer is "it depends". States vary in how restrictive they are when it comes
to allowing custodial parents to move; some have almost no restrictions, others view
custodial move-aways with a more critical eye. If you fail to vigorously oppose your ex's
plans to move, however, the court will not prevent him or her from doing so.
There are steps you can take to oppose a move-away. The following articles
should get you started:
