RCW 13.38.160
Improper removal of Indian child.
If a petitioner in a child custody proceeding under this chapter has improperly removed the child from the custody of the parent or Indian custodian or has improperly retained custody after a visit or other temporary relinquishment of custody, the court shall decline jurisdiction over the petition and shall immediately return the child to the child's parent or Indian custodian unless returning the child to the parent or Indian custodian would subject the child to substantial and immediate danger or threat of such danger.
[ 2011 c 309 § 16.]
Structure Revised Code of Washington
Title 13 - Juvenile Courts and Juvenile Offenders
Chapter 13.38 - Indian Child Welfare Act.
13.38.030 - Findings and intent.
13.38.050 - Determination of Indian status.
13.38.070 - Notice—Procedures—Determination of Indian status.
13.38.080 - Transfer of jurisdiction.
13.38.090 - Right to intervene.
13.38.100 - Full faith and credit.
13.38.120 - Right to examine reports, other documents.
13.38.140 - Emergency removal or placement of Indian child—Notice.
13.38.150 - Consent to foster care placement or termination of parental rights—Withdrawal.
13.38.160 - Improper removal of Indian child.
13.38.170 - Removal of Indian child from adoptive or foster care placement.
13.38.180 - Placement preferences.
13.38.190 - Review of cases—Standards and procedures—Compliance.