California § 3133 - If the district attorney represents to the court, by a written declaration under
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§ 3133. If the district attorney represents to the court, by a written declaration under
If the district attorney represents to the court, by a written declaration under penalty of perjury, that a temporary custody order is needed to recover a child who is being detained or concealed in violation of a court order or a parentâs right to custody, the court may issue an order, placing temporary sole physical custody in the parent or person recommended by the district attorney to facilitate the return of the child to the jurisdiction of the court, pending further hearings. If the court determines that it is not in the best interest of the child to place temporary sole physical custody in the parent or person recommended by the district attorney, the court shall appoint a person to take charge of the child and return the child to the jurisdiction of the court.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 3133
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 3133 cover?
Section 3133 ("If the district attorney represents to the court, by a written declaration under") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 3133?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 3133 apply to my situation?
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