1. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Superior Court may issue an order under this act only after notice and opportunity for a hearing appropriate in the circumstances.

2. (b) The Superior Court may issue an order under this act:

   1. (1) Without prior notice if the circumstances require issuance of an order before notice is given;
   2. (2) After notice and without a prior hearing if the circumstances require issuance of an order before a hearing is held; or
   3. (3) After notice and without a hearing if no interested party timely requests a hearing.

History

Mar. 7, 2025, D.C. Law 25-269, § 4