HB 2744
Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to implement the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act in West Virginia. It establishes procedures for preventing child abduction, including defining key terms like ‘abduction’ and ‘child,’ outlining requirements for petitions and court orders, and detailing measures to assess the risk of abduction. The act also addresses jurisdictional issues, warrant procedures for taking physical custody, and aims to ensure uniformity in the application of child abduction prevention laws across the state.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms related to child abduction and custody.
- Establishes procedures for filing petitions seeking abduction prevention measures.
- Outlines factors considered when determining the risk of abduction.
- Details requirements for court orders, including provisions for travel restrictions and bonding.
- Creates a process for issuing ex parte warrants to take physical custody of a child in cases of imminent risk.
- Specifies duration of abduction prevention orders.
- Requires registration of abduction prevention orders in other states.
- Addresses jurisdictional requirements for filing petitions.
Who is affected
- Parents and children involved in custody disputes
- State courts
- Law enforcement agencies
- Families seeking to protect children from abduction
- Legal professionals
Notable changes
- West Virginia will adopt the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act, aligning its laws with a national standard.
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Primary sponsor
W. Clark
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