What to do if my soon-to-be ex-wife wants to move 650 miles away?
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What to do if my soon-to-be ex-wife wants to move 650 miles away?
I am married with 3 kids and about to go through a divorce. My oldest son (age 13) does not want to go; she says he has no choice. What are my rights?
Asked on May 2, 2012 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If your wife intends on leaving the state with the childrne and without any intention to return and you do not wish that to be so then you have every right to object and ask the court to awad you custody of the children. Now, you re not clear here as to where in the proceedings you happen to be. But unless she has your permission or a court order allowing her to move it is kidnapping. Please, please, please get legal help asap. Good luck.
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