Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri

this question pertains to child custody....my daughters father recently got married and moved toboklahoma. she and I live in missouri. he is demanding that I meet him halfway to meet him for a visit (which in our custody agreement he is supposed to,give me his visit dates by may for the summer, he did not). also he has not been consistent on child suppot, visits, or even contact with her for several years. my question is this, do I legally have to meet him in his specified location? what are the consequencesif I dont?


Asked on 7/15/13, 8:45 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Anthony Smith LawSmith

The requirements of your particular case are defendant upon several variables, the Visitation Decree, the judge, the jurisdiction, among others. So, it is nearly impossible to tell you your exact requirements, with so few facts. But, the Court generally require that the parents attempt to resolve these issues amicably. If he moved after the Visitation Order was in place, your requirements for providing transportation are about the same. Take her at least as far as you used to. If he wants to have the Order amended to say you two are to meet halfway, then it is up to him to Request that with the Court. However, you may not want to appear uncooperative. Often newly married parents try to obtain primary custody. If you remain single, they (your ex and his wife) may think they provide a more suitable environment. If there are issues about making the visitation schedule work, they may try to use it against you. If you are unfamiliar with your transportation obligations within the existing Order, check with the attorney that represented you then.

Good luck

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Answered on 7/15/13, 9:55 am
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Also, there is a statute that governs relocation, and provides that the Court may consider non-compliance in a decision modifying terms of custody.

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Answered on 7/16/13, 4:45 pm


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