Legal Definitions - National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws

The National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (NCCUSL) is an organization that creates and suggests laws for states to adopt. The goal is to make laws on different topics the same across all states. The NCCUSL was founded in 1892 and has representatives from all 50 states. They have created over 200 laws, including the Uniform Commercial Code.

One example of a law created by the NCCUSL is the Uniform Child CustodyJurisdiction and Enforcement Act. This law helps determine which state has jurisdiction over child custody cases when parents live in different states. It also helps enforce custody orders across state lines.

This example shows how the NCCUSL creates laws that help make things easier for people who live in different states. Without this law, it would be difficult for parents who live in different states to determine who has custody of their child.