D.C. Code § 16-831.13

Current through codified legislation effective October 30, 2024

Section 16-831.13 - Other actions for custody not abolished, diminished, or preempted

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit the ability of any person to seek custody of a child under any other statutory, common law, or equitable cause of action or to preempt any authority of the court to hear and adjudicate custody claims under the court's common law or equitable jurisdiction.

Sept. 20, 2007, D.C. Law 17-21, § 2(b), 54 DCR 6835; Mar. 25, 2009, D.C. Law 17-353, § 217(n), 56 DCR 1117.

Family Court of the Superior Court, exclusive jurisdiction, see § 11-1101. .