2023 Revised Code of Washington
Title 26 - Domestic Relations
Chapter 26.27 - Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act.
26.27.241 - Notice—Opportunity to be heard—Joinder.
RCW 26.27.241
Notice—Opportunity to be heard—Joinder.
(1) Before a child custody determination is made under this chapter, notice and an opportunity to be heard in accordance with the standards of RCW 26.27.081 must be given to: (a) All persons entitled to notice under the law of this state as in child custody proceedings between residents of this state; (b) any parent whose parental rights have not been previously terminated; and (c) any person having physical custody of the child.
(2) This chapter does not govern the enforceability of a child custody determination made without notice or an opportunity to be heard.
(3) The obligation to join a party and the right to intervene as a party in a child custody proceeding under this chapter are governed by the law of this state as in child custody proceedings between residents of this state.
[ 2001 c 65 § 205.]