Section 104 - Actions for abduction prevention measures.

UT Code § 78B-16-104 (2019) (N/A)
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(1) A court on its own motion may order abduction prevention measures in a child custody proceeding if the court finds that the evidence establishes a credible risk of abduction of the child.

(2) A party to a child custody determination or another individual or entity having a right under the law of this state or any other state to seek a child custody determination for the child may file a petition seeking abduction prevention measures to protect the child under this chapter.

(3) A prosecutor or public authority designated under Section 78B-13-315 may seek a warrant to take physical custody of a child under Section 78B-16-109 or other appropriate prevention measures.