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title: "Can I move out of Rhode Island with my child if I have custody?"
description: "If you have a custody order in place, you generally cannot relocate out of state with your child without either the written consent of the other parent or approval from the Rhode Island Family Court...."
url: https://bankandmunns.com/faq-items/can-i-move-out-of-rhode-island-with-my-child-if-i-have-custody/
date: 2026-04-18
modified: 2026-04-18
author: "Bank and Munns"
type: avada_faq
lang: en
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# Can I move out of Rhode Island with my child if I have custody?

If you have a custody order in place, you generally cannot relocate out of state with your child without either the written consent of the other parent or approval from the Rhode Island Family Court. Relocating without permission can be considered a violation of the custody order and may result in serious legal consequences including a change in custody. Contact an attorney before making any relocation plans.