Petition for Temporary Custody By Extended Family - Florida Courts - flcourts 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Petition for Temporary Custody By Extended Family in our editor.
2. Begin by entering your full legal name as the Petitioner at the top of the form. Ensure all information is accurate and complete.
3. Fill in the details of the minor child(ren) for whom you are seeking temporary custody, including their names and dates of birth.
4. Complete the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Affidavit section, ensuring it is signed under oath and filed with your petition.
5. Indicate your relationship to the child(ren) and whether you have consent from their legal parents. If not, provide reasons for seeking custody.
6. Review all sections carefully, ensuring that any necessary attachments, such as consents or proof of death, are included before finalizing your document.
7. Sign the form in front of a notary public or deputy clerk. After signing, file the original with the circuit court clerk and keep a copy for your records.

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