I’m in Indiana and the custodial parent of my children moved over 20 miles away without notifying me or filing a notice of relocation. I pay child support and have been picking them up in a different town, but I don’t know where they actually live. I’m concerned this move was intentional to avoid my attempts to enforce parenting time. What should I do?
You should document everything. Keep records of your communications and any instances where you’ve picked up the kids. It sounds like she may be violating the terms of your custody agreement. Consider contacting a family law attorney to discuss your options.
File a motion with the court for enforcement of your parenting time. The court can compel her to provide her new address and may take action if she didn’t follow the proper procedures.
Definitely reach out to a lawyer. They can help you navigate the legalities of her not informing you about the move. It’s important to act quickly to protect your rights as a parent.
You might also want to file for a modification of the custody agreement if the move significantly impacts your parenting time. The court may consider the distance when deciding future arrangements.
If she’s been uncooperative, it’s crucial to have a legal record of all your attempts to maintain contact and see your kids. This can support your case in court.