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Temporary Custody Order (Nonparental Custody)

Superior Court of Washington

County of

In re the Custody of:

Child(ren),

Petitioner(s),

and

Respondent(s).

No.

Temporary Custody Order

(Nonparental Custody)

(TCO/TMO/TMRO)

Clerk’s Action Required Law Enforcement Notification, ¶ 3.2

I. Judgment/Order Summaries

1.1 Restraining Order Summary:

Does not apply. Restraining Order Summary is set forth below:

Name of person(s) restrained:

Name of person(s) protected:

See paragraph 3.2.

Violation of a Restraining Order in Paragraph 3.2 Below With Actual Notice of its Terms Is a Criminal Offense Under Chapter 26.50 RCW and Will Subject the Violator to Arrest. RCW 26.10.115.

1.2 Money Judgment Summary:

Does not apply. The judgment summary is as follows:

A. Judgment creditor

B. Judgment debtor

C. Principal judgment amount (back child support) $

From (date) to (date)

D. Interest to date of judgment $

E. Attorney fees $

F. Costs $

G. Other recovery amount $

H. Principal judgment shall bear interest at % per annum

I. Attorney fees, costs and other recovery amounts shall bear interest at % per annum

II. Basis

A motion for a temporary nonparental custody order was presented to this court and the court finds reasonable cause to enter this order. The court has consulted the judicial information system, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the child(ren).

Indian Child Welfare Act

Indian child status:

The child(ren) are Indian child(ren) as defined by 25 U.S.C. § 1903. The Indian Child Welfare Act does apply to these proceedings; all notice and evidentiary requirements under the Indian Child Welfare Act have been satisfied, as follows:

All notice and evidentiary requirements under the Indian Child Welfare Act have not been satisfied. The court directs the following actions occur to ensure that notice and evidentiary requirements under the Indian Child Welfare Act have been or will be satisfied:

The child(ren) are not Indian child(ren) as defined by 25 U.S.C § 1903, and the Indian Child Welfare Act, 25 U.S.C. § 1901, et seq., does not apply to these proceedings.

Jurisdiction:

The child(ren) are Indian child(ren) as defined by the Indian Child Welfare Act, 25 USC § 1903, but are not domiciled or residing within the boundaries of an Indian reservation; and no Tribal Court has continuing jurisdiction over the child(ren); this court has jurisdiction under 25 USC § 1911.

The child(ren) are Indian child(ren) as defined by the Indian Child Welfare Act, 25 USC § 1903, and are domiciled or residing within the boundaries of an Indian reservation; or a Tribal Court has continuing jurisdiction over the child(ren).

Further, the court finds that the nonrequesting party is absent and a) is on active duty as a National Guard member or Reservist residing in Washington, or b) is a dependent of a National Guard member or Reservist residing in Washington on active duty. Despite the service member’s or dependent’s absence, failure to enter the temporary orders below would result in manifest injustice to the other interested parties.

III. Order

3.1 Temporary Relief

Temporary custody shall be as follows:

Temporary visitation shall be as follows:

Respondent (name) : Visitation shall be

as set forth in the Residential Schedule signed by the court on this date or dated ; or as follows:

Respondent (name) : Visitation shall be

as set forth in the Residential Schedule signed by the court on this date or dated ; or as follows:

Child support shall be paid in accordance with the attached Order of Child Support, signed by the court on this date or dated , which is incorporated as part of this temporary order.

3.2 Restraining Order

Previous Order

The prior restraining order dated :

Remains in full force and effect.

Is terminated.

Is terminated and replaced by the following.

This order shall be filed forthwith in the clerk’s office and entered of record. The clerk of the court shall forward a copy of this order on or before the next judicial day to , which shall forthwith enter this order into any computer-based criminal intelligence system available in this state used by law enforcement agencies to list outstanding warrants.

(A law enforcement information sheet must be completed by the party or the party’s attorney and provided with this order before this order will be entered into the law enforcement computer system.)

Violation of a Restraining Order in Paragraph 3.2 With Actual Notice of its Terms Is a Criminal Offense Under Chapter 26.50 RCW and Will Subject the Violator to Arrest. RCW 26.10.115.

Does not apply.

(Name) is restrained and enjoined from disturbing the peace of (name(s) of the protected person(s)) .

(Name) is restrained and enjoined from going onto the grounds of or entering the home, work place or school of the protected person(s) or the day care or school of the following named children:

(Name) is restrained and enjoined from knowingly coming within or knowingly remaining within (distance) of the home, work place, or school of the protected person(s) or the day care or school of these children:

(Name) is restrained and enjoined from molesting, assaulting, harassing, or stalking (name) .

Clerk’s Action. The clerk of the court shall forward a copy of this order, on or before the next judicial day, to which shall enter this order into any computer-based criminal intelligence system available in this state used by law enforcement agencies to list outstanding warrants.

Service

The restrained party or attorney appeared in court or signed this order; service of this order is not required.

The restrained party or attorney did not appear in court; service of this order is required.

The requesting party must arrange for service of this order on the restrained party. File the original Return of Service with the clerk and provide a copy to the law enforcement agency listed above.

Expiration Date

This restraining order will expire in 12 months and shall be removed from any computer-based criminal intelligence system available in this state used by law enforcement agencies to list outstanding warrants, unless a new order is issued, or unless the court sets forth another expiration date here: (month/day/year)

3.3 Other Restraining Order

(Name) is restrained and enjoined from removing any of the children from the state of Washington.

(Name) shall surrender any deadly weapon in his or her immediate possession or control or subject to his or her immediate possession or control to:

the (name of county) County Sheriff.

(Name) .

(Name) shall pay temporary attorney fees, other professional fees and costs in the amount of $ to:

Other:

3.4 Bond or Security

Does not apply.

The filing of a bond or the posting of security is waived.

Other:

3.5 Other

3.6 Summary of RCW 26.09.430 - .480, Regarding Relocation of a Child

This is a summary only. For the full text, please see RCW 26.09.430 through 26.09.480.

If the person with whom the child resides a majority of the time plans to move, that person shall give notice to every person entitled to court ordered time with the child.

If the move is outside the child’s school district, the relocating person must give notice by personal service or by mail requiring a return receipt. This notice must be at least 60 days before the intended move. If the relocating person could not have known about the move in time to give 60 days’ notice, that person must give notice within five days after learning of the move. The notice must contain the information required in RCW 26.09.440. See also form DRPSCU 07.0500 (Notice of Intended Relocation of a Child).

If the move is within the same school district, the relocating person must provide actual notice by any reasonable means. A person entitled to time with the child may not object to the move but may ask for modification under RCW 26.09.260.

Notice may be delayed for 21 days if the relocating person is entering a domestic violence shelter or is moving to avoid a clear, immediate and unreasonable risk to health and safety.

If information is protected under a court order or the address confidentiality program, it may be withheld from the notice.

A relocating person may ask the court to waive any notice requirements that may put the health and safety of a person or a child at risk.

Failure to give the required notice may be grounds for sanctions, including contempt.

If no objection is filed within 30 days after service of the notice of intended relocation, the relocation will be permitted and the proposed revised residential schedule may be confirmed.

A person entitled to time with a child under a court order can file an objection to the child’s relocation whether or not he or she received proper notice.

An objection may be filed by using the mandatory pattern form WPF DRPSCU 07.0700 (Objection to Relocation/Petition for Modification of Custody Decree/Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule). The objection must be served on all persons entitled to time with the child.

The relocating person shall not move the child during the time for objection unless: (a) the delayed notice provisions apply; or (b) a court order allows the move.

If the objecting person schedules a hearing for a date within 15 days of timely service of the objection, the relocating person shall not move the child before the hearing unless there is a clear, immediate and unreasonable risk to the health or safety of a person or a child.

Warning: Violation of residential provisions of this order with actual knowledge of its terms is punishable by contempt of court and may be a criminal offense under RCW 9A.40.060(2) or RCW 9A.40.070(2). Violation of this order may subject a violator to arrest.

Dated: Judge/Commissioner

Petitioner or petitioner’s attorney:

A signature below is actual notice of this order.

Signature of Petitioner or Lawyer/WSBA No.

Print or Type Name Date

Respondent or respondent’s attorney:

A signature below is actual notice of this order.

Signature of Respondent or Lawyer/WSBA No.

Print or Type Name Date

Petitioner or petitioner’s attorney:

A signature below is actual notice of this order.

Signature of Petitioner or Lawyer/WSBA No.

Print or Type Name Date

Respondent or respondent’s attorney:

A signature below is actual notice of this order.

Signature of Respondent or Lawyer/WSBA No.

Print or Type Name Date

Guardian ad Litem:

Signature of Guardian ad Litem or Lawyer/WSBA No.

Print or Type Name Date

What the Order Re: Adequate Cause (Washington) Is and When It Applies

An Order Re: Adequate Cause (Washington) is a written court determination that adequate cause exists to grant, defer, or modify a procedural or substantive relief request in a Washington case. Typical contexts include motions to seal records, temporary restraining orders, expedited discovery, or requests to proceed out of time. The order records the court’s factual findings and legal basis, identifies affected parties, and sets deadlines or conditions. Parties use the order as the operative instruction for clerk processing, service, enforcement, and any subsequent appeal or compliance steps.

Why a Clear Order Re: Adequate Cause Matters

A precise and properly executed order ensures enforceability, clear timelines, and predictable clerk processing while reducing disputes about scope or intent.

Who Prepares, Signs, and Relies on This Order

The document is drafted by litigants or their counsel, entered by a judge, and administered by court clerks; parties and service agents depend on it for next steps.

Judges and chambers staff who prepare or sign the order for docket entry and enforcement.
Attorneys who draft proposed orders or who must serve and comply with court-mandated conditions.
Court clerks and process servers who file, index, and serve the order according to local rules.

Accuracy at drafting and proper filing reduce the risk of administrative rejection, misservice, or avoidable appeals.

Typical Signatory Roles

Judge

The presiding judge signs or stamps the order after findings of adequate cause are made on the record. The judge’s signature and date establish the order’s effective authority and commencement of any deadlines.

Attorney

An attorney for a movant often prepares a proposed order for the judge’s signature; counsel must ensure the text matches the oral findings and local clerk requirements before submission.

Core Elements to Include in a Professional Order Re: Adequate Cause

A professional order clearly identifies parties, the case number, the court, factual findings supporting adequate cause, the precise relief granted or denied, timelines, and signature blocks for the judicial officer.

Caption

Court name, case number, and party names placed exactly as on the original complaint or docket.

Findings

Concise factual and legal findings explaining why the court determined adequate cause exists for the requested relief.

Relief Granted

Precise order language describing the remedy, limitations, and any conditions for compliance.

Deadlines

Clear dates for compliance, service, or further hearings; identify whether dates exclude weekends or holidays.

Service Instructions

How parties must be served, acceptable methods, and who bears service cost or responsibility.

Signature Block

Judge’s printed name, signature line, and signature date; include clerk entry line if required by local form.

Step-by-Step: From Draft to Filed Order

Follow a consistent workflow to draft, present, sign, and file the order so processing is predictable and timely.

01

Draft: Prepare proposed order matching oral findings.
02

Review: Confirm accuracy with judge’s chambers and opposing counsel if required.
03

Sign: Judge signs physically or via authorized e-signature.
04

File: Clerk stamps/enters the order and provides certified copy if requested.

Typical Processing Flow After the Order Is Signed

Understanding the downstream steps helps parties meet service and compliance obligations without delay.

Clerk Entry: Clerk enters the signed order into the docket and assigns a filing stamp.
Service: Order must be served on affected parties per local rule and any court direction.
Compliance: Parties comply with ordered actions or seek clarification via motion when needed.
Appeal Window: Clock for appeals or post-order motions begins as specified in the order or local statute.

Digital Workflow Settings for Preparing and Submitting the Order

Configure e-filing and signing options to match court requirements and signer authentication expectations.

Field	Configuration
Authentication Method	Email link \| SMS code \| KBA where allowed
Signing Order	Sequential signing for judge signature then clerk
Attachments	Include supporting exhibits and certificate of service
Audit Trail	Enable time-stamped logs and IP capture

Technical and Format Requirements for eFiling and eSigning

Verify the court’s electronic filing and signature policies before submitting electronic orders.

File Formats: PDF/A preferred; PDF or DOCX accepted depending on court e-file portal.
Signer Authentication: Use the level of authentication the court permits for judicial signatures.
Integrations: Connectors (e.g., court e-file systems, document management) improve consistency and auditability.

When the court accepts electronic orders, preserve audit records and any proof-of-service to support enforcement or appeal.

Common Timeframes and Deadlines to Track

Orders trigger procedural clocks; list and track each deadline to avoid forfeiture or delayed enforcement.

Immediate Filing:

File proposed order promptly after signature to start official entry.

Service Deadline:

Serve parties within the period the order or local rule requires.

Effective Date:

The order’s effective date may be immediate or a future set date.

Appeal Period:

Check local rules; many appeal windows run 30 days from entry.

Record Retention:

Keep copies per retention rules for potential review or appeal.

Key Processing Milestones from Entry to Potential Appeal

Map the typical milestone sequence so teams can coordinate service, compliance, and post-order actions.

01

Draft Submission

Movant files or delivers proposed order to chambers for review.

02

Judge Entry

Judge signs and the clerk formally enters the order on the docket.

03

Service Completed

Designated parties receive the order by permitted service methods.

04

Appeal or Motion

Parties file any post-order motions or notices of appeal within the prescribed period.

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

Using nonstandard caption formatting that causes clerk rejection and indexing delays.
Omitting precise relief language, leaving enforcement and compliance open to dispute.
Failing to include an effective date or incorrectly formatting the date for local rules.
Neglecting to confirm the court’s e-filing or e-signature policies before electronic submission.

Consequences of an Incorrect or Incomplete Order

Filing Rejection: Clerk may reject or return the order for correction.

Enforcement Delay: Incorrect orders can postpone relief or enforcement actions.

Sanctions: Court may impose sanctions if errors cause undue litigation costs.

Appeal Complications: Ambiguities increase the risk of successful appeals or remands.

Fee Exposure: Re-filing or correction can create additional filing or service costs.

Evidence Exclusion: Procedural defects can jeopardize admissibility of related submissions.

Security and Compliance Considerations for Electronic Orders

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest

Audit Trail: Time-stamped logs capturing signer, IP, and actions

HIPAA: BAA required where PHI is present

Certifications: SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 available

Access Controls: Role-based access and SSO options

Retention: Secure archival to preserve integrity and chain of custody

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Practical Examples of When an Order Re: Adequate Cause Is Used

Below are two concise example scenarios illustrating common contexts for this order type.

Eviction Proceeding

A landlord files an emergency motion to expedite possession based on tenant abandonment

Court finds adequate cause on the evidentiary record
The signed order shortens the notice period and sets a 7-day compliance deadline with service instructions for the tenant and county clerk.

Sealing Sensitive Records

A party requests sealing of documents containing personal identifiers

The court reviews affidavits and determines adequate cause exists
The order directs redaction procedures, who may access sealed files, and a timeline for eventual review or unsealing.

Frequently Asked Questions About Orders Re: Adequate Cause (Washington)

Answers to common questions about drafting, signing, filing, and electronic submission to help avoid processing errors and delays.

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Can the judge e-sign this order?
If the court accepts electronic signatures and the judge’s chambers authorizes e-signing, an electronically signed order is valid under ESIGN and state law. Confirm the court’s local e-sign policy before submission.
Is notarization required for this order?
Court orders are typically not notarized because a judge’s signature is the authoritative act. Notarization is uncommon unless the order incorporates a separate affidavit or a document that itself requires notarization.
What happens if the order text differs from oral findings?
Discrepancies can lead to motions to correct, possible notice-and-hearing requirements, and increased appeal risk. Ensure proposed orders mirror oral rulings before submitting to chambers.
How should I serve the signed order?
Follow the method set in the order or local rules—common methods include personal service, mail, or court-authorized electronic service. Preserve proof of service for the record.
Can the order be modified later?
Yes—parties may move to modify the order based on changed circumstances or clerical errors. Modification procedures and timelines depend on the original order and governing local rules.
Where should I file the signed copy?
File the original or a certified copy with the clerk of the issuing court and provide copies to all parties as directed by the order and local filing rules.

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