Urgent Applications under Form C100
June 2025
A Form C100 is used to apply to the court for an order relating to a child. This could be a Child Arrangements Order, a Specific Issue Order, or a Prohibited Steps Order. If you need to make an urgent application for an order relating to a child, the Form
C100 contains a specific section where this request can be made, and the reason for the urgency explained. It’s important to follow the correct procedures to ensure that your case is considered promptly, particularly in situations where the safety or well- being of the child is at risk.
This summary provides general information and does not constitute legal advice on any individual circumstances.
An urgent application under Form C100 may be necessary in cases where there is an immediate and serious concern about a child's welfare or safety. This could involve situations where there is an imminent threat to the child’s well-being, such as suspected abuse, neglect, or a risk of abduction. In these cases, it is crucial to act quickly to ensure the child’s safety.
Urgency can also apply when the child’s living arrangements need to be changed immediately for their protection, such as if the current environment is deemed unsafe, or if there is a need to prevent further harm. Additionally, an urgent application may be required when there is a dispute over contact or residence that needs to be resolved swiftly to avoid further disruption or harm to the child’s emotional or physical well-being.
How to Make an Urgent Form C100 Application
To make an urgent application, you will need to complete the Form C100 and indicate that your application is urgent in the appropriate section. In addition to the form, you will also need to submit any relevant evidence to support your claim for urgency. This may include reports from social services, medical records, or case information from the police. Regardless of its form, the evidence should highlight the reasons why an immediate decision is required. You may also need to request an expedited hearing if the circumstances warrant it.
It’s important to submit the completed Form C100 along with the supporting evidence to the family court as soon as possible. If your application is deemed urgent, the court may prioritise your case and schedule an early hearing. However, there are no guarantees, and the court will assess the urgency based on the information provided. If the application is accepted as urgent, you may be required to attend a hearing at short notice.
What Happens After You Submit an Urgent Form C100?
Once your application has been submitted, the court will review the information and decide whether it qualifies as an urgent matter. If the court accepts your application as urgent, they will take steps to ensure the case is heard as quickly as possible. In some cases, this may involve an expedited hearing, or a provisional decision being made in the interim. The court may also issue interim orders if necessary to protect the child during the proceedings.
It is important to note that if the application is not considered urgent, the court may proceed with a standard timeline for processing the case, which can take longer. In any case, you will be notified of the next steps in the process, including when the hearing will take place and whether any additional documents or evidence are required.
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