Relocation Notice

NOTICE OF INTENT TO RELOCATE

Table of Contents

1. Case Caption and Notice Header
2. Distance Threshold and Applicability
3. Required Notice Period
4. Required Contents Per Statute
5. Proposed Modified Custody and Visitation Schedule
6. Good Faith Statement
7. Objection Rights and Timeline
8. Certificate of Service
9. State-Specific Notes

1. Case Caption and Notice Header

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA
[________________________________] JUDICIAL DISTRICT AT [________________________________]

Case No.: [________________________________]

NOTICE OF INTENT TO RELOCATE PURSUANT TO AS 25.20.110

TO: [NON-RELOCATING PARENT NAME], [ADDRESS], [CITY], [STATE] [ZIP]

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the undersigned parent intends to relocate the residence of the above-named minor child(ren) as set forth below, in accordance with Alaska law.

2. Distance Threshold and Applicability

Current Residence of Child(ren): [________________________________]

Current Residence of Non-Relocating Parent: [________________________________]

Proposed New Residence: [________________________________]

Approximate Distance of Move: [____] miles

☐ The proposed relocation is within the State of Alaska.
☐ The proposed relocation is to another state: [________________________________]
☐ The proposed relocation will materially affect the current custody or visitation arrangement.

3. Required Notice Period

4. Required Contents Per Statute

(a) New Address and Contact Information

(b) New School Information

(c) Reasons for Relocation

The relocating parent seeks to relocate for the following reason(s):

[________________________________]
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

(d) Proposed Revised Custody and Visitation Schedule

See Section 5 below.

5. Proposed Modified Custody and Visitation Schedule

The relocating parent proposes the following modified custody and visitation schedule:

Regular Visitation:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Holiday Schedule:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Summer/Extended Visitation:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Transportation Arrangements:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Communication Schedule (Phone/Video):
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

6. Good Faith Statement

I, [RELOCATING PARENT NAME], hereby affirm and declare that:

☐ This relocation is sought in good faith and for a legitimate purpose.
☐ The relocation is not primarily motivated by a desire to interfere with the non-relocating parent's custody or visitation rights.
☐ I have made a good faith effort to propose a revised custody and visitation schedule that preserves the non-relocating parent's relationship with the child(ren).
☐ The information provided in this notice is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

7. Objection Rights and Timeline

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO NON-RELOCATING PARENT:

Pursuant to Alaska law:

1. If you object to the proposed relocation, you must file a motion to modify custody or visitation with the court.
2. You should file your objection promptly upon receiving this notice to allow the court adequate time to schedule a hearing before the proposed move date.
3. You may request an emergency hearing or temporary restraining order if necessary to prevent relocation pending a full hearing.
4. If you do not take action, the relocating parent may proceed with the move, and the court may consider your inaction when evaluating any subsequent modification request.
5. The court will evaluate any objection based on the best interests of the child under AS 25.20.110 and AS 25.24.150.

8. Certificate of Service

I, [RELOCATING PARENT NAME], hereby certify that on [__/__/____], I served a true and correct copy of this Notice of Intent to Relocate upon:

[NON-RELOCATING PARENT NAME]
[ADDRESS]
[CITY, STATE ZIP]

by the following method:

☐ Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested — Tracking No. [________________________________]
☐ Personal Service by [________________________________]
☐ Other method as ordered by the Court: [________________________________]

______________________________________
Signature of Relocating Parent

______________________________________
Printed Name

______________________________________
Date

9. State-Specific Notes

Burden of Proof

Under AS 25.20.110, a custody order may be modified if the court determines that a change in circumstances requires modification and the modification is in the best interests of the child. The relocating parent generally bears the burden of demonstrating that the move serves the child's best interests.

Best Interest Factors (AS 25.24.150)

Alaska courts consider the following factors:

• The physical, emotional, mental, religious, and social needs of the child
• The capability and desire of each parent to meet these needs
• The child's preference if of sufficient age and capacity
• The love and affection existing between the child and each parent
• The length of time the child has lived in a stable, satisfactory environment
• The willingness and ability of each parent to facilitate and encourage a close and continuing relationship between the other parent and the child
• Any history of domestic violence
• Any evidence of substance abuse that directly affects the emotional or physical well-being of the child
• Other factors the court deems pertinent

Emergency Exceptions

A parent is not required to give 60 days' advance notice when relocating due to:

• Eviction by a landlord
• Emergency life-threatening medical condition of the parent or immediate family member (as certified by a physician)
• Visiting a relative with an emergency life-threatening condition (as certified by a physician)

In these cases, notice must be provided as soon as possible.

Geographic Considerations

Alaska's vast geography and limited road access may affect the court's analysis of relocation feasibility and the reasonableness of proposed visitation arrangements.

This template is based on Alaska Statutes AS 25.20.110 and AS 25.24.150 as of the last updated date. Laws are subject to change. Consult a licensed Alaska family law attorney for advice specific to your situation.