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Child Custody Relocation

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  • Yes. You must have an existing case number in Yakima County which refers to your Parenting Plan. If you don’t know your case number, you may contact the Clerk’s Office by calling 509-574-1430.
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  • You are not required to have an attorney and you may represent yourself. You may also hire an attorney at any time.
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  • You should file your Notice at least 60 days in advance of the intended move. However, there are exceptions if it is not possible to give this much notice.
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  • No. You may not move the child’s residence until the court signs an order giving you permission to do so.
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  • You may have them sign the appropriate orders and the judge can review them. This simplifies the process.
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  • You may go to trial. The judge will decide if the proposed move should be allowed.
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  • You may be able to file for contempt.
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  • You may purchase and file an Objection to Relocation in Room 323 in the County Courthouse. You must do this within 30 days of service. You should also mail a copy to the other party. Find court contact information
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  • Yes. You may go to trial if your case is contested.
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