Military Custody Rights Explained

Summary

In Alabama, a military parent can designate someone to exercise their visitation rights during their absence. This designation should be in writing, signed, and notarized. The court cannot change custody solely based on military deployment and must reinstate the original custody order post-deployment unless its not in the childs best interest. If a custody agreement is in place, its terms should be followed, and any modifications due to deployment require court approval. Always consult with an attorney for specific advice.

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Child custody
Hello ****, are you looking to establish, modify, or challenge an existing child custody order? And could you please tell me the state you are located in? This information will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Alabama. Questions about when a parent is gone in the military
Hello ****, In Alabama:
- The military parent can designate someone to exercise their visitation rights.
- The court cannot use military deployment alone as a reason to change custody.
- The court must reinstate the custody order that was in effect before deployment, unless it's not in the child's best interest.

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Custody agreement in place
Hello ****, with a custody agreement in place, the terms should be followed. If you foresee issues due to military deployment, you may need to modify the agreement. This usually requires court approval in Alabama. Is there a specific issue you're concerned about?
If the military parent is gone on training can the other parent prevent the stepparent from seeing the child when there’s already court order time
In Alabama, the military parent has the right to designate someone to exercise their visitation rights during their absence. However, it depends on the specifics of the custody agreement. If the agreement doesn't allow for the stepparent to have visitation, the other parent may be able to prevent it.
How would the military parent designate someone
In Alabama, the military parent can formally designate someone in writing. This written document should be signed and notarized for validity. It's recommended to inform the other parent and the court about this designation. Always consult with your attorney for specific advice.