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If you are seeking a temporary order for child custody, residency, or parenting time, Kansas law requires that a ?parenting plan? be filed at the same time the request is made. This parenting plan must be served on the other parent at the same time the temporary orders are served.

The order of temporary custody shall remain in effect until modified or rescinded by the court or an adjudication order is entered but not exceeding 60 days, unless good cause is shown and stated on the record.

When Will the Court Consider a Child's Preference? The judge will consider a child's preference whenever the child is of sufficient age, maturity, and understanding. However, there's no specific age when a child can choose to live with one parent over the other.

The filing fee for divorce and parentage actions varies among courts, but typically is between $200 and $300. Call ahead to the clerk's office to verify the fees and find out what methods of payment are accepted. You may also be able to find this information on the court's website.

Getting Legal Assistance Kansas Legal Services gives free or low cost civil legal advice and representation for persons whose incomes make them eligible. You will find out if you are eligible for legal assistance by talking with an Intake Specialist, whether you apply online or call our intake line.

If a case outlining the visitation rights is still pending, then you will need to ask for a temporary order for visitation. If there is a final order on file outlining visitation, then it is a matter of either filing a motion for specific visitation or filing a motion to enforce the current ordered visitation.