"Temporary custody" refers to a situation where someone is granted temporary care and responsibility for a child or person until a more permanent arrangement can be made. Full definition
Technically, judges are not supposed to consider the terms of temporary custody orders when they decide permanent custody orders. (info.legalzoom.com)
Initial hearings for temporary custody are often pivotal to the proceedings and they can help determine the terms of your final decree. (info.legalzoom.com)
In temporary custody hearings, judges often favor the status quo. (info.legalzoom.com)