2006 Louisiana Laws - RS 9:355.8 — Objection to relocation of child

§355.8.  Objection to relocation of child

A.  Except for a parent with equal physical custody, the parent who has been notified of a proposed relocation of the child's principal residence shall initiate a summary proceeding objecting to the proposed relocation within thirty days after receipt of notice to seek a temporary or permanent order to prevent the relocation.  A parent with equal physical custody who desires to relocate shall comply with R.S. 9:355.3(B).

B.  Upon request of a copy of notice of objection, the court may promptly appoint an independent mental health expert to render a determination as to whether the proposed relocation is in the best interest of the child.

Acts 1997, No. 1173, §1; Acts 2003, No. 1209, §1.