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CC 388

Notice of Registration of Out-of-State Child-Custody Determination (UCCJEA)

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective May 1, 2010

This form is a notice that a court order about a child's custody or parenting time from another state has been officially recorded in this county. It informs the respondent about the registered order and explains how to challenge it if necessary.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 722.1304, MCR 3.214(D)

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used when a court in a different state has made a decision about a child's custody or parenting time, and that decision is being officially recorded in the current county's court.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a notice that a child custody order from another state has been registered with the county clerk. It includes details about the order and when it was registered.
How can I challenge this registered order?
If you want to challenge the order, you must ask for a hearing within 21 days after you receive this notice. You do this by completing the request for hearing on the bottom of the first page.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect May 1, 2010.

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