Last updated: 10/23/2025
Petition - Custody Or Visitation UCCJEA {UCCJEA-1}
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Description
Form UCCJEA-1 - PETITION - CUSTODY, VISITATION. This s a New York Family Court form used to request custody or visitation under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), authorized by DRL Article 5-A. It identifies all parties and children involved, establishes New York’s jurisdiction (such as home state or significant connection), and discloses any existing custody orders or related court proceedings. The petitioner must list the child’s residence history for the past five years, note any protective or permanency cases, and comply with ICWA if applicable. The petition requests custody or visitation orders, temporary protection, or other relief, and must be verified under penalty of perjury. www.FormsWorkflow.com





