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 the 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.
A. Instructions for completing the CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION FORM #1
1. CAPTION
Print your name on the Plaintiff line and the name of the other parent(s) or guardian(s) of the child(ren) on the Defendant line(s).
The line for the Case No. should be left blank because the Prothonotary will fill in this blank when you bring your completed form to their office, along with your COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY.
2. BOX 1 (page 1 and 3 of Form #1)
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.
3. If you are an abuse victim, then please complete the Abuse Victim Addendum in step 4.
4. If you are not an abuse victim, then you should sign and date the second page of the Confidential Information Page. You will also need to include your printed name, address, telephone, and email address.
***The Certificate of Compliance form should be completed and filed with EVERY document that you file with the Prothonotary.
5. ABUSE VICTIM ADDENDUM (pg. 4)
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.”
In the first block on the first line you should print your full name. On the second line you should print the case number of the Protection Order you
Instructions