Missouri HB1888 modifies child custody laws to prevent abduction and ensure child safety.

Missouri HB1888 modifies and establishes provisions relating to the protection of children, focusing on preventing child abduction and ensuring child safety. The bill mandates that courts issue detailed orders in child custody cases, including descriptions of custody and visitation rights, and penalties for violations. It prohibits certain travel restrictions and requires parties to register travel documents with the court. The bill also allows courts to issue ex parte warrants to take physical custody of a child if there is a credible risk of abduction.

Missouri HB1888 modifies child custody laws to prevent abduction and ensure child safety.

Missouri HB1888 modifies and establishes provisions relating to the protection of children, focusing on preventing child abduction and ensuring child safety. The bill mandates that courts issue detailed orders in child custody cases, including descriptions of custody and visitation rights, and penalties for violations. It prohibits certain travel restrictions and requires parties to register travel documents with the court. The bill also allows courts to issue ex parte warrants to take physical custody of a child if there is a credible risk of abduction.