Mo. Rev. Stat. § 452.760

Current with changes from the 2023 Legislative Session
Section 452.760 - Notice - opportunity to be heard - joinder
1. Before a child custody determination is made under sections 452.700 to 452.930, notice and an opportunity to be heard in accordance with the standards of section 452.762 shall be given to:
(1) All persons entitled to notice under the provisions of the law of this state as in child custody proceedings between residents of this state;
(2) Any parent whose parental rights have not been previously terminated; and
(3) Any person having physical custody of the child.
2. Sections 452.700 to 452.930 shall not govern the enforceability of a child custody determination made without notice and 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 sections 452.700 to 452.930 are governed by the law of this state as in child custody proceedings between residents of this state.

§ 452.760, RSMo

L. 2009H.B. 481