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In Ohio, a custodial parent cannot move out of state without the courts permission. You have the right to file a motion objecting to the move. The court will consider the best interest of the child when making a decision. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you may qualify for legal aid through organizations like the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland or the Legal Aid Society of Columbus.

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My ex girlfriend is trying to move out of state with our daughter she filed a paper that said where is was moving and when I filed to stop the move she hired a lawyer and the lawyer has not put anything in yet the court date is */*/* @ 1pm in Wayne County ohio and I filed a I filed parenting time interference because we have agreement and she stopped following it after a * when I filed the stop the move out of state
Hello ****,
Based on your situation, Ohio's custody laws can apply:
- The custodial parent cannot move out of state without court's permission.
- You have the right to file a motion objecting the move.
- The court will consider the best interest of the child when deciding.
You should consult with a lawyer before the court date.
I can't afford one
Hello ****, if you're unable to afford a lawyer, you may qualify for legal aid. In Ohio, you can contact the Ohio Legal Help organization. They provide free or low-cost legal aid to those in need.
They said they don't have no one in family law
Hello ****, I understand your situation. In Ohio, you can contact the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland or the Legal Aid Society of Columbus. Both organizations specialize in Family Law and could potentially provide you with assistance.