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Mark Steven Gouras
Kent Family Law Attorney.
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CHILD CUSTODY

Asked by a user in Washington - about 4 years ago.

There are two types of modifications under Washington Law. Both require a showing that you meet the minimum standards at an "adequate cause" hearing. One type of modification is a minor modification. You have to show a change in circumstances, and you must be requesting a change of 24 days per year or less. The other type is a major modification. It sounds like this is what you want. You must show either: 1) 2 contempt of court findings within 3 years; 2) a voluntary placement of the...

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