2012 Pa. Super. 76 - C.M.K. v. K.E.M.’s Empirical Analysis
2012
Citation profile
8
cited by 8 later decisions
1
states following
May 2017
most recently cited
5 state decisions
Relationships
Relies on 2011 Pa. Super. 238 - E.D. v. M.P. · Office of Disciplinary Counsel v. Nelson · 2005 Pa. Super. 78 - Landis v. Landis
Most-quoted passages
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“In determining whether to grant a proposed relocation, the court shall consider the following factors, giving weighted consideration to those factors which affect the safety of the child: (1) The nature, quality, extent of involvement and duration of the child's relationship with the party proposing to relocate and with the nonrelocating party, siblings and other significant persons in the child’s life. (2) The age, developmental stage, needs of the child and the likely impact the relocation will have on the child’s physical, educational and emotional development, taking into consideration any special needs of the child. (3) The feasibility of preserving the relationship between the nonrelocating party and the child through suitable custody arrangements, considering the logistics and financial circumstances of the parties. (4) The child’s preference, taking into consideration the age and maturity of the child. (5) Whether there is an established pattern of conduct of either party to promote or thwart the relationship of the child and the other party. (6) Whether the relocation will enhance the general quality of life for the party seeking the relocation, including, but not limited to, financial or emotional benefit or educational opportunity. (7) Whether the relocation will enhance the general quality of life for the child, including, but not limited to, financial or emotional benefit or educational opportunity. (8) The reasons and motivation of each party for seeking or oppo”
1 later decision quote this exact passage
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