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Can I submit affidavits from witnesses in a immediate danger hearing?

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I'm representing myself right now. The judge signed an immediate danger order suspending the other parent's parenting time. I expect they will request a hearing. Can I submit notarized affidavits in lieu of testimony, or should I round up witnesses to appear in person? I know in dissolution of marriage/custody hearings affidavits are no longer allowed; does that rule apply to all domestic relations hearings?

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Jeffrey Schwimmer ·
You are likely best to round up your witnesses to testify in court as an affidavit from such persons are generally not acceptable in a court hearing. The reason is that everyone has the right to face and question (cross-examine) their accusers.
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