Can Massachusetts enforce a custody order from another state?
Yes, in many cases. An order issued by another U.S. state may be recognized and enforced in Massachusetts once the applicable legal requirements have been satisfied.
Can Massachusetts recognize a divorce or custody order from another country?
Possibly. Whether a foreign country's judgment can be recognized or enforced depends on several factors, including the laws governing the specific type of order and the circumstances of the case.
Can Massachusetts modify an order issued somewhere else?
Sometimes. Whether Massachusetts has authority to modify an existing order depends on the type of order involved and whether the jurisdictional requirements have been met.
Do I need to register my order before the Massachusetts court can enforce it?
In many cases, yes. Registration is often required before an out-of-state or foreign order can be enforced or modified in Massachusetts.
