Wa Or Nj: In Which Of Those Two States Is It Easier For A Father To Obtain Custody?

[Kotori]

I am divorcing, husband and I are negotiating an agreement. I have a choice of stipulating NJ jurisdiction, or WA jurisdiction. Which one is better for me? I am getting full custody now, but it is possible that my older son will have primary residence with his father for a while, will he be able to EVER contest custody once he's signed it away?

[Tohias]

I think the Washington is easier for a father to obtain custody. Monmouth County father in international custody battle seeks law to help resolve similar casesBy Mike RispoliJuly 16, 2009, 2:40PMWASHINGTON -- A New Jersey man at the center of an international custody battle was on Capitol Hill today lobbying for legislation that would require more U.S. help to resolve such cases.David Goldman, of Tinton Falls is seeking custody of his 9-year-old son, who's being raised in Brazil by the boy's stepfather.Goldman said at a press conference attended by other parents in similar international disputes that changes are long overdue."It's an anguish that's with us 24-7," Goldman said. "Awake, asleep, working, walking ... no matter what, it's with us."Legislation by U.S. Rep. Chris Smith(R-4th Dist.) would require better tracking of international custody cases. The proposal also would spell out what the U.S. could do to countries that fail to cooperate in resolving custody disputes."Our current system is not doing justice for parents who are left behind or for the children who have been whisked away from their mom or dad," Smith said.Goldman's wife took the boy to Brazil in 2004. She died last year in childbirth.A Brazilian judge has decided the boy must remain with the stepfather until a final ruling in the case. Sources: http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2009/07/monmouth_county_father_in_inte.html Sasuke 51 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Ozzie]

Monmouth County father in international custody battle seeks law to help resolve similar casesBy Mike RispoliJuly 16, 2009, 2:40PMWASHINGTON -- A New Jersey man at the center of an international custody battle was on Capitol Hill today lobbying for legislation that would require more U.S. help to resolve such cases.David Goldman, of Tinton Falls is seeking custody of his 9-year-old son, who's being raised in Brazil by the boy's stepfather.Goldman said at a press conference attended by other parents in similar international disputes that changes are long overdue."It's an anguish that's with us 24-7," Goldman said. "Awake, asleep, working, walking ... no matter what, it's with us."Legislation by U.S. Rep. Chris Smith(R-4th Dist.) would require better tracking of international custody cases. The proposal also would spell out what the U.S. could do to countries that fail to cooperate in resolving custody disputes."Our current system is not doing justice for parents who are left behind or for the children who have been whisked away from their mom or dad," Smith said.Goldman's wife took the boy to Brazil in 2004. She died last year in childbirth.A Brazilian judge has decided the boy must remain with the stepfather until a final ruling in the case.

[Dadgayadoh]

I rated both answers as bad. Some might think it cruel, but this sort of spam has to stop, it's killing this site. The answerers gave two opposite, unsubstantiated answers followed by irrelevant copy and paste. You are basing your opinion on what?

[Fugeltun]

:-) said: 1 I rated both answers as bad. Some might think it cruel, but this sort of spam has to stop, it's killing this site. The answerers gave two opposite, unsubstantiated answers followed by irrelevant copy and paste. You are basing your opinion on what? 51 months ago

[Bronsson]

Child Custody Arrangements in a New Jersey DivorceSole or joint custody may be awarded based on the following factors:(1) the physical, emotional, mental, religious, and social needs of the child and(2) the preference of the child, if the child is of sufficient age and capacity. No preference is to be given because of parent's sex. A father may not forcibly take a minor child from a mother's actual physical custody. [New Jersey Statutes Annotated; Title 2A, Chapter 34-23 and New Jersey Case Law].Custody Arrangements in a New Jerssy DivorceWhat if we agree about custody and visitation?If you and the other parent have already come to a fair agreement on the custody and visitation issue, you may want to write your own "stipulation" and consent order. A "stipulation" is a statement describing the agreement that you have reached. A consent order is a draft for the judge to sign if s/he agrees to accept your agreement. this means that the court can enforce the agreement in the future. If you choose to go this route, you and the other parent should be as specific as you can to avoid future conflicts. You should ask yourself, who has legal custody? Which holiday does the child spend with you? What time and where may the other parent pick the child up? What time should the child be returned home? What is the procedure to follow if either of you are running late and won't be there on time? How much notice should you be given if they are planning a vacation? How far away may the other spouse move? What you might think you can figure out as you go along could actually blow up into a full scale war later. The Stipulations should state everything that you have agreed upon. You should not rely on any oral promises. If you both agreed on it, write it down(no matter how trivial it may seem now). Technology offers some innovative and creative ways for parents separated from their children to connect. "Virtual" visitation is coming to be recognized by the courts as a potentially important way to supplement in-person visits.

[Culbart]

Child Custody Arrangements in a New Jersey Divorce might be more easier... Child Custody Arrangements in a New Jersey DivorceSole or joint custody may be awarded based on the following factors:(1) the physical, emotional, mental, religious, and social needs of the child and(2) the preference of the child, if the child is of sufficient age and capacity. No preference is to be given because of parent's sex. A father may not forcibly take a minor child from a mother's actual physical custody. [New Jersey Statutes Annotated; Title 2A, Chapter 34-23 and New Jersey Case Law].Custody Arrangements in a New Jerssy DivorceWhat if we agree about custody and visitation?If you and the other parent have already come to a fair agreement on the custody and visitation issue, you may want to write your own "stipulation" and consent order. A "stipulation" is a statement describing the agreement that you have reached. A consent order is a draft for the judge to sign if s/he agrees to accept your agreement. this means that the court can enforce the agreement in the future. If you choose to go this route, you and the other parent should be as specific as you can to avoid future conflicts. You should ask yourself, who has legal custody? Which holiday does the child spend with you? What time and where may the other parent pick the child up? What time should the child be returned home? What is the procedure to follow if either of you are running late and won't be there on time? How much notice should you be given if they are planning a vacation? How far away may the other spouse move? What you might think you can figure out as you go along could actually blow up into a full scale war later. The Stipulations should state everything that you have agreed upon. You should not rely on any oral promises. If you both agreed on it, write it down(no matter how trivial it may seem now). Technology offers some innovative and creative ways for parents separated from their children to connect. "Virtual" visitation is coming to be recognized by the courts as a potentially important way to supplement in-person visits. Sources: http://www.njdivorceonline.com/njpages/Custody/custody_arrangements_FAQ.asp newuser52772255 51 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.