Parenting Plan Visitation Rights

Summary

If your parenting plan lacks a clear visitation schedule, it may be difficult to enforce specific visitation times. In Montana, you can seek a modification of the parenting plan if its in the best interest of the child. Document instances of denied visitation and communicate with your ex in writing. Consider mediation or seek temporary court orders for visitation. You can file a motion for temporary visitation at your local family court and request an emergency hearing if necessary. Consult a family law attorney for guidance.

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I’m located in Montana
It sounds like you may need to seek a modification of the parenting plan to include specific visitation times. Montana law allows parents to request a modification if it's in the best interest of the child.
- You can file a motion to modify the parenting plan in court.
- Document all instances of denied visitation.
Would you like more information on how to file this motion?
is there anything I can do? In the meantime to see my daughter?
You can try the following in the meantime:
*. Document each instance of denied visitation.
*. Communicate with your ex via written means (email/text) to have a record.
*. Attempt mediation to resolve the issue amicably.
*. Seek temporary court orders for visitation.
Would you like information on mediation services or temporary court orders?
Can you give me more information about temporary court ordered visitation
Sure, here's how you can seek temporary court-ordered visitation in Montana:
- File a Motion: File a motion for temporary visitation with the court.
- Emergency Hearing: Request an emergency hearing if the situation warrants immediate attention.
- Provide Evidence: Present evidence of denied visitation to the judge.
- Legal Representation: Consider consulting with a family law attorney for assistance.
Would you like information on how to file a motion for temporary visitation?
Where do I get the paperwork to file for a motion of temporary visitation?
In Montana, you can obtain the paperwork for filing a motion for temporary visitation from your local family court.

Montana Judicial Branch Family Law Self-Help Center


Website: courts.mt.gov/selfhelp/familylaw

Would you like more detailed instructions on how to complete and file this paperwork?