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RCW 26.27.241

RCW 26.27.241 - Notice—Opportunity to be heard—Joinder (2026)

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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 s 205.]