Relocation of Divorced Parents Governed by New Florida Law

(d)  No presumption shall arise in favor of or against a request to relocate when a primary residential parent seeks to move the child and the move will materially affect the current schedule of contact and access with the secondary residential parent. In making a determination as to whether the primary residential parent may relocate with a child, the court must consider the following factors:

1.  Whether the move would be likely to improve the general quality of life for both the residential parent and the child.

2.  The extent to which visitation rights have been allowed and exercised.

3.  Whether the primary residential parent, once out of the jurisdiction, will be likely to comply with any substitute visitation arrangements.

4.  Whether the substitute visitation will be adequate to foster a continuing meaningful relationship between the child and the secondary residential parent.

5.  Whether the cost of transportation is financially affordable by one or both parties.

6.  Whether the move is in the best interests of the child.

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