Modification of Child Custody or Visitation. This basic motion is designed to assist individuals who want to modify an existing custody or visitation order.You must file a motion or complaint and a sworn statement of facts explaining why the order is necessary. This document is a collection of links to fillable forms that are available on NC Administrative Office of the Courts or AOC. To file for emergency child custody in North Carolina, file a complaint or motion with the court stating one of the grounds for an emergency temporary order. The best thing to do would be to document that your situation is now different from the time when your mother filed for the ex parte order. Story, 57 NC App 509 (1982). 1. Complete the form with accurate information. No. You have already done everything you can on this issue. The judge will often consider your motion ex parte, meaning the other parent will not be present at the hearing.