Motion to Modify Custody, Visitation,and Child Support (Contested)

Motion to Modify Custody, Visitation, and Child Support (Contested)

DPS of Northern Nevada — Please answer each question as completely and accurately as you can.
This questionnaire is ONLY for cases where there is an existing court order already on file AND the parties do NOT agree to the requested changes.

If both parties agree, STOP and complete the “Stipulation and Agreement Questionnaire” instead.

The person filing this motion may be either the Plaintiff or the Respondent listed on the existing order.
Required Acknowledgments
NRS 240A Disclosure — Please Read Carefully

I, DEBORAH BARNHART, DOING BUSINESS AS DPS OF NORTHERN NEVADA, AM NOT AN ATTORNEY IN THE STATE OF NEVADA. I AM NOT AUTHORIZED TO GIVE LEGAL ADVICE OR LEGAL REPRESENTATION. I MAY NOT ACCEPT FEES FOR GIVING LEGAL ADVICE OR LEGAL REPRESENTATION.
Person Completing This Form

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Your Full Name

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Your Email Address
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Your Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your Role in This Matter
If Other, Please Explain Your Role
Best Way to Reach You
Court & Case Information
Court Name and County (e.g., Fourth Judicial District Court, Elko County)
Case Number (found at the top of your current court order)
Date the Current Order Was Entered

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What Does the Current Order Cover? (select all that apply)
Your Role in the Existing Order
Which Party Are You on the Existing Court Order?
IMPORTANT: The person filing this motion may be either the Plaintiff or the Respondent listed on the existing order. Selecting your correct role ensures the court caption and motion are prepared accurately. Filing as the Respondent is allowed and common.
Party Names EXACTLY as Shown on the Current Order

Names must match the existing court order exactly. If a name has changed since the order (for example, due to remarriage), you must provide both the name on the order and the current legal name.
Plaintiff (as listed on the current order): Full legal name as shown on the order
Has the Plaintiff’s name changed since the order?
If yes, current legal name of Plaintiff
If yes, reason for Plaintiff’s name change (e.g., remarriage)
Respondent (as listed on the current order): Full legal name as shown on the order
Has the Respondent’s name changed since the order?
If yes, current legal name of Respondent
If yes, reason for Respondent’s name change (e.g., remarriage)
Your Information (the Party Filing This Motion)
Your Physical Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Your Mailing Address (if different than physical address)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your Email Address
example@example.com
Children's Information
Number of Children Involved
Each Child's Full Name and Date of Birth
Who Do the Children Currently Live With Most of the Time?
Have the Children Lived in Nevada for the Past 6 Months or Longer?
If No, Where Have the Children Lived During the Past 6 Months?
What Are You Asking the Court to Modify?
What Are You Asking the Court to Change? (select all that apply)
Custody / Visitation Details
Current Custody / Visitation Terms Under the Existing Order
Requested Changes to Custody / Visitation
Why Custody / Visitation Should Be Changed
Proposed Parenting Plan

Be specific and concise. Include exact days and times, transportation responsibilities, exchange locations, and any holiday or vacation schedules you want the court to order.
Weekly Schedule
Transportation for Exchanges
Exchange Locations
Holiday Schedule (optional)
Vacation / School Break Schedule (optional)
Child Support Details

The court requires BOTH parties’ gross monthly income, even if your request is primarily about custody or parenting time. If you do not know the other party’s income, write ‘Unknown’.
Your Gross Monthly Income (before taxes)
Other Party's Gross Monthly Income (write 'Unknown' if not known)
Number of children subject to support
Requested Child Support Change
Why Child Support Should Be Changed
Current Child Support Amount and Who Pays It (e.g., $450/month paid by Respondent; write 'None' if no support is ordered)
Who Currently Provides Health Insurance for the Children?
Service of Process

If you know where the other party is located, they must be served with this motion. After service, the other party generally has 14 days to file an opposition.
Do You Know the Other Party's Current Address?
Other Party's Current Address
Other Party's Last Known Address or Work Address, and Any Helpful Details
Other Party's Phone Number (if known)
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Other Party's Email Address (if known)
example@example.com
Is There a Protective Order (TPO or Extended Order) Currently in Place Between You and the Other Party?
Additional Information
Anything Else the Judge Should Know
Would You Also Like Help With Any of These Documents?
NRS 240A Disclosure — Please Read Carefully

Please read the statement below and confirm that you understand.
I, DEBORAH BARNHART, DOING BUSINESS AS DPS OF NORTHERN NEVADA, AM NOT AN ATTORNEY IN THE STATE OF NEVADA. I AM NOT AUTHORIZED TO GIVE LEGAL ADVICE OR LEGAL REPRESENTATION. I MAY NOT ACCEPT FEES FOR GIVING LEGAL ADVICE OR LEGAL REPRESENTATION.
I certify that the information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
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Motion to Modify Custody, Visitation, and Child Support (Contested)

NRS 240A Disclosure — Please Read Carefully

Person Completing This Form

Court & Case Information

Your Role in the Existing Order

Party Names EXACTLY as Shown on the Current Order

Your Information (the Party Filing This Motion)

Children's Information

What Are You Asking the Court to Modify?

Custody / Visitation Details

Proposed Parenting Plan

Child Support Details

Service of Process

Additional Information

NRS 240A Disclosure — Please Read Carefully