Parental Travel Notice Requirements

Summary

In Indiana, when a parent plans to take children out of state, they must provide reasonable notice to the other parent. While the Indiana Parenting Guidelines do not specify an exact period, a common practice is to give 30 days notice unless the custody agreement states otherwise. For a polite request to the noncustodial parent, consider asking for trip details and a 30-day notice to ensure everything is arranged properly. Always refer to your specific custody agreement for any additional requirements.

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In Indiana
In Indiana, if there's a custody order, you typically need the other parent's consent or court approval to take the children out of state permanently. For temporary trips, check your custody agreement for specific notice requirements. Do you currently have a custody agreement?
Yes. We follow Indiana Parenting Guidelines.
In Indiana, the Indiana Parenting Guidelines suggest that if a parent plans to take the children out of state for more than a few days, they should provide reasonable advance notice to the other parent. The specific notice period can vary based on your custody agreement, so it's best to check the agreement for any specific requirements.
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What is a reasonable notice ?
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In Indiana, "reasonable notice" for taking children out of state usually means notifying the other parent well in advance of the planned trip. While the Indiana Parenting Guidelines may not specify an exact period, a common practice is giving notice 30 days before the travel date, unless your custody agreement states otherwise.
How to phrase nicely to noncustodial parent when he planned on telling me he was taking kids out of state?
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To nicely phrase your request to the noncustodial parent about taking the kids out of state, you might say:
"Hi [Parent's Name], I hope you're doing well. I wanted to discuss the upcoming trip with the kids. Could you please share the details and give me at least 30 days' notice as per our agreement? This way, we can make sure everything is set. Thank you!"