When a child's safety is at risk due to abuse, neglect, substance abuse by the other parent, or an attempt to remove the child from Florida without consent, Florida courts can act on an emergency basis. An emergency motion for temporary custody or an order preventing removal can be filed and heard on an expedited timeline, giving the court authority to intervene before the situation worsens.
Emergency motions require specific factual allegations supported by evidence. Brodzki Jacobs helps Kissimmee parents assess whether their situation meets the standard for emergency relief and, if so, how to file and present the motion effectively. Acting through proper legal channels rather than unilaterally is essential. Self-help remedies like withholding the child outside of a court order can damage a parent's position significantly. If your child's safety is at issue, contact the firm immediately.
