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A.  In a proceeding for divorce, a court may grant an ex parte order requiring the sheriff or appropriate law enforcement officer to accompany a spouse to the family residence or another location designated by the court so that personal property specified in the order may be obtained by that spouse.  

B.  Personal property which may be obtained by a court order issued under this Section includes, but is not limited to, the following:

(1)  Items of personal wearing apparel belonging to the petitioning spouse or belonging to any children in the custody of the spouse.  

(2)  Food and eating utensils necessary for the spouse or any children in the custody of the spouse.  

(3)  Any other item or items deemed necessary by the court for the safety or well-being of the spouse or any children in the custody of the spouse.  

Acts 1990, No. 1009, §7, eff. Jan. 1, 1991.