This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of Form IW-1740 for the current year.
This is a legal form that was released by the Wisconsin Circuit Court - a government authority operating within Wisconsin. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form IW-1740?
A: Form IW-1740 is a motion for transfer to tribal court under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in Wisconsin.
Q: What is the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)?
A: The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a federal law that aims to protect the rights and best interests of Native American children in child welfare proceedings.
Q: What does Form IW-1740 allow?
A: Form IW-1740 allows parties involved in a child welfare case to request the transfer of the case to a tribal court when ICWA applies.
Q: Who can file Form IW-1740?
A: Any party involved in a child welfare case, including the parents, the child, or the tribe, may file Form IW-1740.
Form Details:
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