When may a custodial parent arrange remove a child from Illinois?
The best interest of the child governs. The following factors are relevant in determining the best interest of the child: • whether the proposed move will enhance the quality of life for the child and custodial parent; • whether the proposed move is motivated to frustrate the other parent’s visitation; • whether the noncustodial parent’s objections are motivated by animus for the custodial parent; • whether and to what extent realistic, reasonable visitation schedules may be maintained after removal; • whether the noncustodial parent has exercised previous visitation rights.
