What is involved in filing for temporary custody of children?

Answer by  latha27 (16)

An individual can filing forms for temporary custody. Consult an attorney for this.Temporary Custody is filed with neglect petition.when the child is in immediate physical danger it can be filed.

Answer by  anjeldream (86)

You must file with the family court in the minor's county of residence. Obtaining a family law lawyer will make this undertaking effortless. You must show a justifiable reason for wanting temporary custody of the children and if the situation agreed upon with the parent, the parent's consent is mandatory.

Answer by  melios (55)

Obtaining a lawyer may be necessary but not in all states. Locate the correct court in which to file the petition, the court will have a clerk with whom paper work needs to be filed. Fill out and file the correct documents.

Answer by  John (9008)

The rules for this vary tremendously from state to state, and you should consult a lawyer who is licensed in your state as soon as possible. In general, you file a lawsuit seeking custody. What more is required varies tremendously, and can depend upon your relationship to the children and where they are currently living.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

You will need to consult with an attorney if you would like to file for temporary custody. Your attorney will then file a petition to the court.

Answer by  Disneyphan (529)

You will want to talk with an attorney. They will help you get everything in order. After that, go to the courthouse and file a motion for temporary custody of the children. From there, a court case will be opened and you will go before the judge.

Answer by  shalini10 (11)

Temporary custody of children is given when a childs is abandoned or child is subjected to harrasment or abuse or if the childs life is threatened.