Can I leave the state with my 3 year old child to flee from an abusive husband? There is an active restraining order currently in place agai...

Question

Can I leave the state with my 3 year old child to flee from an abusive husband? There is an active restraining order currently in place against him.

Answer

Yes, unless there is a Court Order stating otherwise. If he has visitation per the domestic violence Injunction, he might assert that your relocating out-of-State frustrates the intention of the Order.

If the marriage is over, pursue a divorce.

Confer with an experienced family law attorney.

An internet inquiry is no substitution for an in-office consultation with an attorney.

Call me to discuss the specifics of your case. I will give you a realistic idea as to the likely cost (fees and expenses). Then if you want, we can schedule a no-obligation office consultation.

Evening, and weekend appointments are available at the Palm Harbor office.

Please do not send text messages.

Elliot Goldstein

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

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Palm Harbor, FL 34683

Tele. No.: 727/455-6596

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

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Tampa, FL 33609

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As long as you are not violating any current court order, yes.

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If no court orders in place and not married to him yes. Otherwise no.

Use of a lawyer is recommended.

John Smitten, Esquire

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Answer

I would be very cautious. Review Florida Statute 61.13001 as to relocation. As a sanction the Judge ,ay order change of custody