If I am pregnant by my ex boyfriend is it illegal for me to leave the state?

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   Jeffrey Flores

   Madison Bankruptcy Attorney

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   Answered May 16, 2012 16:56. No, that is absolutely untrue. Until paternity is established in a court of law, you are free to make all the decisions on behalf of your unborn child. You are free to go is you please.
   
   Now, as a practical matter, I would not rub his nose in that.

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   Burton A. PadovePro

   Hammond Family Law Attorney

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   Answered May 16, 2012 19:17. It is not illegal for you to leave the state. You do not need his permission.

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   Robert West

   Las Vegas Immigration Attorney

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   Answered May 16, 2012 17:07. No, you can leave. This is more of a family law question.

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   Andre R. Olivie

   Seattle Immigration Attorney

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   Answered May 16, 2012 17:16. No, it is NOT illegal. If you want to go to a different state you can and you do NOT need his permission.
   
   Unless he is a danger to the child, he has a right to see the child after child is born. He will also be required to pay child support.
   
   But you can go live in any state you want right now.
   
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