Notice of Designation of Tribal Representative in a Court Proceeding Involving an Indian Child

Judicial Council of California · Juvenile

Verified current as of July 10, 2026

This form notifies the court that a Native American tribe has named a representative to participate in a court case involving an Indian child. It's used by tribes, parents, or attorneys when they need a tribal representative present in custody, guardianship, or other family law proceedings to protect the child's connection to their tribe.