Orders issue on a showing of immediate danger, frequently ex parte, and require a prompt hearing thereafter. Relief is temporary pending full adjudication.
Emergency jurisdiction under the UCCJEA is limited.
Alternative Names:
Ex Parte Custody Order|Emergency Custody Relief
Why it Matters?
Ex parte orders require a prompt adversary hearing, typically within days, which means the initial order reflects only one side and the responding parent should prepare for that hearing rather than treating the ex parte ruling as determinative. Emergency jurisdiction under the UCCJEA also produces only temporary orders, so a parent obtaining relief in a non-home state cannot convert it into a permanent custody determination there.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does an ex parte order stand alone?
Can emergency jurisdiction produce permanent custody?
