“Tweaking” of Custody Orders Not Allowed
In North Carolina, child custody orders can only be modified when there has been a substantial change in circumstances since the entry of the last order that affect the welfare of the child.What can happen when there has been a change, but the change is not substantial or does not affect the child? By way ...
How Does the Custody Court Process Work?
As with any legal process in court, a custody action will begin with paperwork and filing. Prior to that, however, you should be certain that the court has the authority to hear your case. North Carolina, like most states in the country, has adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act ("UCCJEA"). The UCCJEA ...
