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HOW CALIFORNIA PARENTS MANAGE CUSTODY ACROSS STATE LINES Even in ideal conditions, child custody can be complex and delicate. Add in travel arrangements or an interstate move, and things can get even more complicated. This doesn’t mean you aren’t allowed to; as an adult, you are free to go wherever you please. However, if you are part of a shared custody agreement and are planning on taking your kids for a trip, or are making a move that will affect their living arrangements, there are some key things you need to know. CUSTODY AND JURISDICTION There are two types of custody in California: legal and physical. Legal custody refers to the person who makes important decisions on behalf of the children, and physical custody refers to the person whom the children primarily live with. Every state has adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, or UCCJEA, which means that the following rules apply regardless of which state you move to, and that custody decisions can only be made in one state. MOVING ACROSS STATE LINES Moving to a different state will raise questions as to the physical custody of the children involved. If you are planning on moving, you should give at least 45 days’ notice before you change residence, so that there will be sufficient time to mediate a new custody agreement. In California, mediation is required for questions involving the custody of children. TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN Firstly, if your child custody case is still being resolved, you should not leave the state without permission from the other parent or the court. However, if the other parent refuses to give permission for you to travel out of state with your child, you could still get permission from the court. If you are compliant with the laws and statutes of California, then you can better navigate these issues lawfully and successfully.

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Delightful Banana Bread

This comforting, fruity favorite transforms overripe bananas into a moist, delicious treat perfect for breakfast or a snack.

INGREDIENTS •

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp baking powder

2 large eggs

1 tsp baking soda

2 cups mashed ripe bananas 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup butter, softened

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. 2. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. 3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Add eggs and mashed bananas and mix until blended. 5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until blended. 6. Stir in walnuts. 7. Pour batter into prepared pan. 8. Bake for 65–70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

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