Child Custody Evaluation Order

San Francisco Superior Court · All Local Forms

Verified current as of July 19, 2026

This form is used to request that a court-appointed professional evaluate the living situation, parenting abilities, and best interests of children when parents are fighting over custody or visitation rights. A parent, guardian, or their lawyer would use this form when they need the court to order an independent expert to investigate and report back on what custody arrangement would be best for the child.