# Temporary Custody Order **URL:** \ **Category:** Divorce and Separation Answers\ **Created:** [December 5, 2007, 9:07am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/temporary-custody-order/5349 "2007-12-05T09:07:50Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 2\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Helena\_Nevicosi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/db5fbb/32.png) [@Helena\_Nevicosi](https://forum.rosen.com/u/Helena_Nevicosi)\ **Post date:** [December 5, 2007, 9:07am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/temporary-custody-order/5349/1 "2007-12-05T09:07:50Z")
You would need to file a lawsuit for custody with the courts. Generally you will have a temporary custody hearing about 45-60 days from the date that you file. The cost will vary based on the complexity of your case. Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.787.6361 main fax Charlotte Office 301 McCullough Drive Suite 510 Charlotte, NC 28262 Main Phone: (704)307.4600 Main Fax: (704) 9343.0044 Durham & Chapel Hill Office 1829 East Franklin Street Building 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (919) 321.0780 > **[North Carolina Divorce Law - Legal Answers and Info](https://www.rosen.com/)** > > The best resource for divorce in NC. Find accurate, legal, family law advice from attorneys practicing in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill. The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service only, a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. The information posted on this forum is available for public viewing and is not intended to create an attorney client relationship with any individual. These answers are provided for informational purposes only, a person should consult with their own individual legal counsel before taking any action that could affect their legal rights or obligations. ---
**Author:** ![tcwaller](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/13edae/32.png) [@tcwaller](https://forum.rosen.com/u/tcwaller)\ **Post date:** [December 4, 2007, 6:39am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/temporary-custody-order/5349/2 "2007-12-04T06:39:05Z")
Okay, STBX and I have had a visitation “arrangement” that we’ve been following relatively consistently since we separated in February. Anytime he’s wanted to make a change, I’ve agreed to it as long as it’s reasonable. Now that I’ve decided to stop allowing him to make so many changes when it’s convenient for him, he decided to go and pick the kids up on a week that isn’t his. Now I know that legally he can do this since we do not have a court-ordered custody arrangement. What are steps for getting a temporary custody order? How long does it take, $$$, etc?