Who fills out this form?

The form is an order from the court, meaning the judge or court staff prepares it. It is used in the interest of the child.

Does this form involve a fee?

The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.

What does the notice section cover?

The notice section lists several potential reasons why a parent's rights could be terminated, such as abandonment or failure to meet court-set conditions.

IW-1788T

Order for Extension of Dispositional Order or Consent Decree with Termination of Parental Rights Notice (Out-of-Home Placement Only) - Indian Child Welfare Act

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective March 19, 2026

This form is an order from the court that can extend an existing order or consent decree related to a child being placed outside of their home. It also includes a notice about the reasons why a parent's rights might be taken away.

The court describes it as: Order of the court extending a dispositional order or consent decree for correctional and out-of-home placements.

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This form is used in cases involving a child who is placed outside of their home, specifically when the court needs to decide if the existing orders should be extended or modified.

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Who fills out this form?: The form is an order from the court, meaning the judge or court staff prepares it. It is used in the interest of the child.
Does this form involve a fee?: The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.
What does the notice section cover?: The notice section lists several potential reasons why a parent's rights could be terminated, such as abandonment or failure to meet court-set conditions.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect March 19, 2026.

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