Child Custody: Moving to a New State

Child custody laws can be tricky, especially when they involve more than one state. If you have recently moved to a new state and want to declare custody in your new area of residence, you will have to learn more about that state's laws regarding child custody. In most cases, you will need to have been a resident of that state for at least six months before filing for custody. Some states recognize custody issues in the "home state" of the child. This is the state that the child has lived in since birth. If the child has moved from the home state, then the state in which the child has last lived for over six months will be considered the home state.

Rather than worry about federal and state laws regarding the custody of your child, you may wish to consult a Riverside family lawyer before you move to a new state. By contacting the Law Office of Michael Young, you'll have a chance to meet with an attorney who can listen to your situation, address your questions, and advise you of the laws surrounding child custody before you plan to move.