Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: emergency temporary custody

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

In the same day as what? Temporary custody might be awarded if the proper pleadings are filed and the opposing party is given the chance to respond. Absent an extreme emergency which might endanger the health, safety and/or welfare of the child, it is rare that a family court will make a decision like that without at least a cursory investigation and a chance for the other parent to be heard which generally takes time.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.