Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit the ability of any person to seek custody of a child under any other statutory, common law, or equitable cause of action or to preempt any authority of the court to hear and adjudicate custody claims under the court’s common law or equitable jurisdiction.

History

Sept. 20, 2007, D.C. Law 17-21, § 2(b), 54 DCR 6835

Mar. 25, 2009, D.C. Law 17-353, § 217(n), 56 DCR 1117

Emergency Legislation

For temporary (90 day) addition, see § 2(b) of Safe and Stable Homes for Children and Youth Emergency Amendment Act of 2007 (D.C. Act 17-69, July 9, 2007, 54 DCR 6826).

Effect of Amendments

D.C. Law 17-353 validated a previously made technical correction in the section designation.

Cross References

Family Court of the Superior Court, exclusive jurisdiction, see § 11-1101.