Who fills out this form?

This form is an order that is signed by the court, meaning the judge or court staff completes it. It is titled 'Order for Temporary Physical Custody.'

What does this form decide?

It decides if temporary physical custody is granted or denied, and it specifies where the child/juvenile will be kept, either at home or in a facility.

Does this form require a fee?

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

JD-1711

Order for Temporary Physical Custody (Secure/Non-Secure)

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective September 12, 2024

This form is an official court order that documents the temporary physical custody arrangement for a child or juvenile. It records the court's findings and the specific orders regarding where the child/juvenile will live and who is responsible for their care.

The court describes it as: The formal order signed by the court directing the custody ordered by the court for a child/juvenile. Available in Spanish.

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This form is used after a hearing has taken place to formally write down the judge's decision about temporary physical custody for a child or juvenile.

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Who fills out this form?: This form is an order that is signed by the court, meaning the judge or court staff completes it. It is titled 'Order for Temporary Physical Custody.'
What does this form decide?: It decides if temporary physical custody is granted or denied, and it specifies where the child/juvenile will be kept, either at home or in a facility.
Does this form require a fee?: The text does not mention any filing fees for this form.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect September 12, 2024.

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