Maryland Parenting Plans And Relocations

Under Maryland law, it is mandatory that divorced parents have a parenting plan on file. This addresses their child custody rights and related details. The court will provide the documents, and parents can agree on a parenting plan and submit the documentation for approval. If they cannot agree, then they can submit a joint statement and the court will help them create a proper parenting plan. This plan also needs to exist in case it has to be modified in the future, such as if one parent wants to relocate.

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Parenting Plans And Custody Rights

The parenting plan should revolve around child custody rights. Physical custody signifies where the child should live and which parent will be responsible for them. Legal custody deals with medical care, education, religion and other important decisions that parents have to make on their child’s behalf. A parenting plan may address how the parents will make key decisions when they should make physical custody exchanges and much more.

There are many benefits to having a parenting plan, including the fact that it provides predictability and stability for the child. A solid parenting plan can lower the odds of a dispute between the parents. Their rights and responsibilities are legally recognized and clearly defined.

Relocation Requirements

In some cases, parents may want to relocate and they will need to modify the custody arrangement. For instance, they may have to provide good-faith reasons for moving with the child, such as moving closer to extended family members or taking a new job. It’s very important to go to court and get an official modification before moving, or a parent runs the risk of violating their ex’s child custody rights.

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