Why Should You Request A Child Custody Modification?

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CHANGING YOUR CHILD CUSTODY ARRANGEMENT
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Changing Your Child Custody Arrangement
Your court-ordered child custody arrangement is
not set in stone. However, there are just a few
circumstances where you will be able to change
it. A Fort Lauderdale child custody attorney will
be able to help you present your situation and
rationale for the requested change in the best
light possible.
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Reasons You Can Change Your Child Custody In
Florida
Child custody modifications should always be
viewed under whether it is in the childs best
interest to make a custody change. In fact,
family law courts constantly consider what will
be the best circumstance or decision based on the
childs mental, physical, and emotional needs.
You can generally modify your child custody order
based on three circumstances.
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1. BOTH PARENTS AGREE TO CHANGE THE PARENTING
PLAN
If you want to change custody, you may be able to
talk to the other parent about the issues you are
having. Some parents can work out a new custody
arrangement that works for them. Although you can
change custody using this method, it is far more
likely that the other parent will simply agree to
alter related issues like visitation and
scheduling.
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2. YOU HAVE FILED A PROTECTIVE ORDER
If you think you or your children are in danger
because of the other parent, call a divorce
attorney Fort Lauderdale right away. If you have
filed a protective order against the other spouse
because you are worried about your safety or the
safety of your child, the court may grant
emergency custody changes. The judge can also
make permanent adjustments to the custody
arrangement as well.
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3. SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE IN CIRCUMSTANCES
To alter custody arrangements without the consent
of the other parent, you must show a substantial
change in circumstances. This change can be any
number of things, but it must be significant
enough to change a parent or childs life.
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EXPLORING SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE IN CIRCUMSTANCES

• Modifying child custody is also possible in less
  severe circumstances as well. The following short
  list includes just a few examples of situations
  that may warrant a change in child custody.
• One parent is relocating out of state or very far
  away
• A parents development of a mental or physical
  health issue
• Substance abuse disorder
• The child has developed a mental, physical, or
  emotional condition because of the actions of one
  of the parents

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Keep in mind that changed circumstances for
custody purposes are not the same as changed
circumstances for child support or alimony. Those
changes usually focus on income custody changes
are generally not as focused on income or
employment. If you are considering requesting a
change to your child custody arrangement, speak
to a Fort Lauderdale family law attorney to
explore your options.
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