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Child Custody and Visitation Order

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2026

This form is a court order that tells people what a judge has decided about the custody and visitation schedule for a child. It covers decisions about who makes decisions for the child, where the child lives, and rules for visiting the child.

The court describes it as: Tells you that a judge has made orders regarding custody of your child with the other side.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when a judge has made official orders regarding a child's custody and visitation, often in connection with domestic violence prevention.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What is this form?
This form is a Child Custody and Visitation Order that shows what a judge has decided about the child's care and visitation. It is a court order.
Does this form decide who gets custody?
It addresses legal custody (who makes decisions) and physical custody (where the child lives).
If I don't agree with this order, what should I do?
The form notes that if it is attached to a Temporary Restraining Order, a person who disagrees should attend their court hearing.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2026.

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