Wash. Rev. Code § 26.27.241

Current through Chapter 376 of the 2024 Regular Session
Section 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.

RCW 26.27.241

2001 c 65 § 205.