How are modifications made to child custody in Florida?

Modifying child custody in Florida or in any other state involves making a change to an order that has been approved by the court. The process by which a custody change will be made can vary depending on whether the two parents involved agree that the change needs to be make or whether the parents are in disagreement.

• When two parents agree that a change needs to be made, they can propose this idea to the court together. The court will rarely, if ever, disagree when both parents have made the decision to change the custody agreement. The court will make sure that neither parent was coerced into the decision, but as long as there's no evidence of coercion, the change will be made and become legally effective.
• When the parents disagree on the change, the parent seeking the alteration will need to petition the court that made the initial custody determination. The parent will have to show convincing evidence as to the need for the change, such as an alteration in circumstances since the original custody decision was made.

If you need to change a custody arrangement that has been made, you should strongly consider speaking with an experienced lawyer. Your attorney can help you to take the proper legal steps to get an alteration made as quickly as possible.