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My Ex Moved the Kids Out of State—Can She Do That?

July 22, 2025 • Anderson Keuscher Brachmann

The Question:

"My kids and their mom have lived in Sacramento since the divorce 3 years ago. I was just informed that my ex-wife just moved with the kids to Oregon for a new job. Is she allowed to do this? What can I do now?"

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In this episode of Love Court, divorce attorney Jessica Anderson responds to a listener whose ex-wife relocated their children to another state without notice. Can one parent legally move the kids across state lines after divorce? Jessica breaks down the rules around relocation, custody orders, and what steps you can take to protect your parental rights?