Family law
Relocation (Florida)
Florida termIn Florida, a parent's move of their main residence at least 50 miles away for at least 60 days in a row, measured from where they lived when time-sharing was last set or a case was filed.[1]
In more detail
Temporary absences for vacation, education or a child's health care don't count.[1] Florida's statute lets parents agree to a relocation in writing and sets a court process when they don't.[1] Relocation disputes are often mediated.
Varies by state
States set different distances, notice rules and standards for moving with a child. Find your state’s rules.
Related terms
- Time-sharing scheduleIn Florida, the timetable in a parenting plan that sets when the child spends time with each parent, including overnights and holidays.
- Parenting planA document setting out how parents will raise their child after separating: how decisions are made about things like school and health care, and a schedule of time with each parent.
- ModificationA court's change to an existing order, such as child support, alimony or a parenting plan, usually because circumstances have substantially changed.
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