Long-Distance Parenting
Long-distance parenting refers to a time-sharing arrangement used when parents live far apart, often in different cities or states. In Florida, this is built into the parenting plan, which adjusts the time-sharing schedule to account for travel, school breaks, holidays, and communication by phone or video. The plan also addresses how travel costs and exchanges are handled when frequent in-person contact isn't practical.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Legal Definition
Long-distance parenting is addressed within a Florida parenting plan under F.S. §61.13, which must specify time-sharing, transportation arrangements, and methods of communication; significant relocation is separately governed by the relocation statute, F.S. §61.13001.
Example
Their long-distance parenting plan gave the out-of-state parent extended summer time-sharing and weekly video calls.
Related Statutes
- 61.13
- 61.13001
Related Terms
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