OK SB2235

Creates new requirements for emergency custody motions in child custody or visitation proceedings, requiring either an independent report (police report or Department of Human Services report) or a notarized affidavit demonstrating the child is in dangerous surroundings and would suffer irreparable harm.

Establishes a 72-hour deadline for courts to conduct emergency custody hearings; if the court fails to meet this deadline, the movant may present the motion to the presiding judge of the judicial district who must conduct a hearing within 24 hours.

Authorizes courts to assess all costs, attorney fees, and other expenses against a movant if the court finds any relevant information provided was false, with payment required within 30 days or subject to contempt charges punishable by up to 6 months in county jail, a fine up to $1,000, or both.

Amends 43 O.S. Section 120.6 to establish qualification requirements for parenting coordinators: either a master's degree in mental health/behavioral health with family mediation training and state mediator certification, or licensure as a mental health professional or family law attorney.

Becomes effective November 1, 2010.