Order After Removal Hearing (Child Protective Proceedings)
Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective September 1, 2024
This form is used by the court to write an official order after a hearing about removing a child from their home. It records the court's findings regarding whether protective custody is needed and what the rules are for the child's care.
The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 712A.13a, MCR 3.002, MCR 3.920(C)(2)(a), MCR 3.965(C), MCR 3.967, MCR 3.974, MCR 3.979(F)(2)
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used in child protective proceedings after a removal hearing to document the judge's final decision about the child's custody and safety.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The court fills out this form to issue the official order after the hearing. Great care must be taken to fill out all the required sections. The form is titled 'Order After Removal Hearing.'
- What does this form decide?
- This form records the court's findings on whether the child needs to be taken into protective custody and sets out the rules for the child's care going forward. It includes sections for the judge to write the final orders.
- Does this form involve a fee?
- The provided text does not mention any filing fees associated with this form.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2024.
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