CALIFORNIA FAMILY LAW
...Custody and Visitation
......Modification
.........Changed Circumstances Req'd
............Burden of Proof
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Moving party has the burden of proof.

After party with burden of proof makes prima facie case, burden shifts to other party to rebut.

Burden of proof required to modify custody in a move-away context.

Burden of proving changed circumstance is on party seeking custody change.

Best interests test and requirement of changed circumstances distinguished.

A substantial showing of change of circumstances is required before a permanent custody order can be modified.

Burden of proving change in circumstances is on party seeking change in custody.

Burden of proving changed circumstances is on party seeking to change custody.

Burden of proof of substantial change in circumstances is on party seeking change in custody.