California · Family Code
FAM §7604: A court may order pendente lite relief consisting of a custody or visitation order pursuant to Part 2 (commencing with Section 3020) of Division 8, if the court finds both of the following: (a) A pare
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A court may issue temporary custody or visitation orders during a pending family law case if specific conditions are met.
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A court may order pendente lite relief consisting of a custody or visitation order pursuant to Part 2 (commencing with Section 3020) of Division 8, if the court finds both of the following: (a) A parent and child relationship exists pursuant to Section 7540 or 7541. (b) The custody or visitation order would be in the best interest of the child.
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