Moving out of state

Charlotte,

Part of the answer to your question will depend on what your consent order says and if it’s temporary in nature or permanent. The other part will rely on what county and what judge you get. However, if dad has been exercising regular visitation, it is an uphill battle for you to move. There are a number of way to go about it, but I would say to bring an action before the court to modify visitation time appropriate with your move. Good luck!

Ketan P. Soni
The Rosen Law Firm
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 200
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
NCdivorce.com
(919)787-6668

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My ex and I separated about 5 months ago. I have physical custody of our 3 children. My children and I do not plan to live in the state of NC for too long. I am currently in the process of filing for legal custody of my children. We are not legally married. In the consent order my ex stated that I will be unable to take the children and move to California, because that