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The order of temporary custody shall remain in effect until modified or rescinded by the court or an adjudication order is entered but not exceeding 60 days, unless good cause is shown and stated on the record.

(a) A court of this state has temporary emergency jurisdiction if the child is present in this state and the child has been abandoned or it is necessary in an emergency to protect the child because the child, or a sibling or parent of the child, is subjected to or threatened with mistreatment or abuse.

FILING YOUR DIVORCE CASE Step 1: Fill out these forms: Civil Cover Sheet. ... Step 2: Decide how you will give ?legal notice? to your spouse. ... Voluntary Entry of Appearance. ... Personal Service by Sheriff. ... Service by Return Receipt. ... Publication. ... Step 3: Call the Clerk of the District Court. ... Step 4: Fill out the Summons Form.

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.

When a child is born to an unmarried mother in Kansas, she has sole custodianship. However, establishing paternity is the first step to enable the court to make orders about child support and parenting time. Like every child custody decision, the court will prioritize the child's welfare and best interest.

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.