Florida has specific statutes governing parental relocation when a child is subject to a custody or time-sharing order. A parent seeking to relocate more than 50 miles from their current residence for more than 60 consecutive days must either obtain written consent from the other parent or petition the court for approval. Courts evaluate relocation requests based on the child's best interests, weighing factors including the reasons for the move, the impact on the child's relationship with the non-relocating parent, and whether a modified time-sharing schedule can adequately preserve that relationship.
For Plantation parents facing a relocation request from the other parent — or considering one themselves — the legal process requires prompt attention. Brodzki Jacobs handles relocation matters throughout Broward County and advises clients on both the procedural requirements and the strategic considerations involved in these cases.
