INSTRUCTIONS
If you have not already done so, prior to beginning this Section, please detach the forms at the end of this packet. Please note that these forms at the end of the packet are in the same order as these instructions.
You must use forms #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #10, and either form #7, #8, or #9.
A checklist is provided for you to chart your progress. The checklist is arranged in chronological order. Please refer to the checklist as you complete the materials in this packet.
This should appear exactly as the caption looks on the original Custody Complaint or the current Custody Order. Remember, if you were the Plaintiff or Defendant when you originally went to Court you remain the Plaintiff or Defendant.
Print the name of the Plaintiff(s), the Defendant(s), and the case number of the existing Order.
Print the initials and the full name of the first minor child where the form states "This information pertains to a minor with the initials of ___ and the full name of ___."
This form provides enough space for two minor children. If you have additional minor children, then you will need to use the third page of the form with the heading “Additional page (if necessary). If you have more than four minor children, then you will need to make copies of the Additional Page and include them with the Confidential Information Form. You will repeat step (i) for each minor child.
***The Certificate of Compliance form should be completed and filed with EVERY document that you file with the Prothonotary.
If you have been granted a protective order pursuant to the Protection from Abuse Act or the Protection for victims of Sexual Violence or Intimidation Act, then you should include this form with the Confidential Information Form.
First, you should check which type of family court action this applies to. In this case, you will check “Child Custody.”