Rule 9-204.3. Prevention of Child Abduction

(a) Generally. A petition for an abduction prevention order, including a request for an ex parte warrant for physical custody of the child, is governed by the Maryland Child Abduction Prevention Act, Code, Family Law Article, Title 9.7. Cross reference: For the factors considered in evaluating whether there is a credible risk of abduction, see Code, Family Law Article, § 9.7-107. See also Code, Family Law Article, § 9.5-204 regarding temporary emergency jurisdiction. (b) Abduction Prevention Order. If, after notice and opportunity for a hearing on a petition pursuant to this Rule or on the court's own motion, the court finds a credible risk of abduction of the child, the court shall enter an abduction prevention order in compliance with Code, Family Law Article, § 9.7-108.