Temporary Restriction

Submitted by [user:field_first_name]

Process Overview

 

Note - Only use this process if the child is in danger when with the other parent.

 

1.  Background

 

What does this case do?

 

  • Restricts a parent's time with a child.
  • Temporarily changes the parenting plan during this emergency.

 

When can I file?

 

The other parent endangers:

 

  • Child's emotional wellness.  Or,
  • Child's physical wellness.

 

You must provide specific examples in your motion/affidavit.

 

 

2.  Forms

 

All Court Forms

 

 

Individual Forms

 

JDF 1406 - Motion to Restrict Parenting Time

 

JDF 1416 - Supporting Affidavit

 

JDF 1424 - Order

 

JDF 1315 - Response

 

 

3.  Hearing

 

The Court may deny the motion or hold a hearing.

  • The court will hold an emergency hearing within 14 days.
  • The other parent's response is due by the hearing date.

 

4.  Decision

 

If the court grants the motion: 

  • It will set the conditions for returning back to the normal parenting plan.
  • It may hold status conferences to track the restricted parent's progress.

 

 

After the Final Decision

 

Learn how and when you can:

Enforce

  • Get the other spouse to follow the Final Decision.

 

Modify

  • Change the Final Decision.

 

Appeal

  • Have a higher court review the Final Decision.