Colorado Child Custody Legal Questions

I would need more info. Is she living in Colorado now? If so, for how long and how long has the child been here? Is there a current custody order and what state is it out of. Relocation can be hard to have granted, but it depends on a lot of factors. If he filed in another state, it might be possible to move the case here, depending again on what state the current order is out of and where he lives now. You should consult with an attorney, as these usually are the most complicated custody cases. I hope this helps.... Read More

Unfortunately, until you file for divorce or allocation of parental responsibilities (court orders about parenting time and child support), you have limited specific rights. This is because, until there is a court order, both parents have equal rights to the kids and the courts have no jurisdiction to make a parent do something. You would need to file in Colorado in the county where the kids reside. Let me know if I can be of further assistance. I hope this helps.... Read More

Until a court has entered orders regarding parenting time (i.e., prior to a divorce), each parent has an equal right to parenting time and she could relocate with the kids. To stop this, you need to file for divorce (you could file for just allocation of parental responsibilities as well). Once your spouse is served with the petition for dissolution of marriage, an automatic injunction goes into effect barring either party from leaving the state with the kids and this injunction can also be used to keep her from moving the kids across the state to maintain the status quo and to not "disturb your peace." Please let me know if I can be of further assistance. I hope this helps. ... Read More