How do you get a copy of the child custody order?

Answer 1

You might start with your local health department and ask what records they have on file for your child. --- A: I assume you are the child's legal guardian. Write a letter to the child's doctor(s), that says the following: As I, Your full name, am legal guardian of Child's full name, I am as of this day today's date, requesting full disclosure of child's full name's entire Designated Record Set, as is my right under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Administrative Simplification, Privacy Rule. Please prepare all documents forthwith, and contact me to advise when these documents will be ready. Time is of the essence. Include the child's Social Security Number if they have one, and the child's birthdate. Also include your phone number where they can call you, and the address you'd like the record set sent to -- or tell them to hold it for pickup if you prefer. Send this registered USPS return receipt requested. If you feel this sounds too formal, send a cover letter.

Note that if you aren't the child's legal guardian, this approach is not the way to go.

Answer 2

You can obtain a copy from the court that issued the order in person or by mail. If by mail, you should call first to determine how to order the copy and how much to send.

You can also visit the court, request the file and make a copy at the public copy machine if there is one available at the court if you don't need a certified copy. A fee is charged for a certified copy and there is usually a waiting period until it is sent out.