Summary
In Kentucky, child custody decisions prioritize the childs best interests. If a parent with sole custody makes significant decisions like changing schools without notice, the other parent can file a motion to modify custody. This involves obtaining forms from the local family court, stating reasons for modification, filing the forms, serving the other parent, and attending a court hearing. Its advisable to consult a family law attorney for guidance.Full Conversation
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I’m having a family law issue
Hi J! Could you please provide more details about your family law issue? Are you dealing with divorce, child custody, alimony, or something else? Also, could you let me know your location for more specific legal information?
Child custody
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To provide more specific information, could you please tell me your location? Laws and procedures can vary depending on where you are.
Kentucky
In Kentucky, child custody is determined based on the best interests of the child. Here are key points:
- Courts consider factors like the child's relationship with each parent, stability, and each parent's ability to provide for the child.
- Joint custody is common, but not guaranteed.
- Both parents are encouraged to participate in the child's life.
Do you have any specific concerns or questions about your custody case?
My child’s mother just took him out of the school he was enrolled in and enrolled him in another school without any notice.
In Kentucky, both parents usually need to be involved in significant decisions about their child's upbringing, including education. If you have joint custody or a specific agreement, your child's mother might have violated that.
- Review your custody agreement.
- Consider mediation or legal action for enforcement.
Do you have a custody agreement in place that specifies decision-making responsibilities?
She has sole custody but he splits time between both our houses.
In your situation, while your child's mother has sole custody, Kentucky law typically encourages both parents to be involved in significant decisions. Since your child splits time between both houses, you might still have some say.
- Review your custody agreement for specifics on decision-making.
- Consider discussing this with a family law attorney for advice on any potential legal actions.
Do you have any other concerns or questions about this situation?
How would I prevent her from moving him to the school and get custody?
To challenge the school change and seek custody, you can take the following steps:
- File a motion to modify custody, citing the change in school as a significant factor.
- Gather evidence showing the benefits of the current school setup.
- Demonstrate your involvement and capability in your child's life.
Consider consulting a family law attorney for personalized advice. Do you have any other questions or concerns?
How do I file a motion to modify custody?
To file a motion to modify custody in Kentucky, follow these steps:
- Obtain the necessary forms from your local family court.
- Fill out the forms, stating the reasons for modification (e.g., change of school).
- File the forms with the court and serve the other parent.
- Attend the scheduled court hearing.
Consider consulting a family law attorney for assistance. Do you need more details on any of these steps?
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