Skip to main content
CourtGPT logoCourtGPT
Directory
Law
For Attorneys
Blog
AppointmentsSign InSign Up
§ 13-38-160 — Washington Law | CourtGPT
  1. Home/
  2. Laws/
  3. Washington/
  4. Rcw Dispositions Title 13/
  5. Chapter 13.38 - Indian Child Welfare Act.13.38.010 - Short Title/
  6. § 13-38-160
Washington Legal Code

§ 13-38-160

Ask AI about this
RCW 13.38.160Improper removal of Indian child.If a petitioner in a child custody proceeding under this chapter has improperly removed the child from the custody of the parent or Indian custodian or has improperly retained custody after a visit or other temporary relinquishment of custody, the court shall decline jurisdiction over the petition and shall immediately return the child to the child's parent or Indian custodian unless returning the child to the parent or Indian custodian would subject the child to substantial and immediate danger or threat of such danger.[ 2011 c 309 s 16.]