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In order to initiate a custody action, file the following forms: SCCA 467, SCCA 401F, SCCA 400.41 SRL-VIS, and SCCA 405F. Respectively, these are a cover sheet, summons, complaint, and motion. Once completed, make two copies of each ? one for each party.

To convince the family court to CHANGE custody, a parent must prove three things: A material change in circumstances; The material change in circumstances happened AFTER the initial family court custody order; and. The material change substantially affects the child's best interests.

RULE 7 The following documents and written statements shall be admissible in evidence without requiring that the persons or institution issuing the documents or statements be present in court: (a) A written statement of a child's attendance at school, signed by a school principal or duly authorized school official.

Section 63-17-20(B) states: ?Unless the court orders otherwise, the custody of an illegitimate child is solely in the natural mother unless the mother has relinquished her rights to the child.

Forms of Custody in South Carolina Joint Custody ? South Carolina courts are reluctant to assign true 50-50 physical custody (ie, parents alternate weeks or months throughout a year) as the courts generally believe that such arrangements are not in the best interest of the child.

A written motion for temporary relief, and notice of the hearing thereof, shall be served not later than five days before the time specified for the hearing, unless a different period is fixed by order of the court. In an emergency situation, such order may be made on ex parte application.