Actions for abduction prevention measures.
G.S. 50A-414
in effect§ 50A-414. Actions for abduction prevention measures.
(a) 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.
(b) 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 Article. (2025-25, s. 45(b).)
Source: North Carolina General Assembly (ncleg.gov)URL: https://www.ncleg.gov/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/BySection/Chapter_50A/GS_50A-414.htmlFetched: 10/19/2026
