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

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

Complete this form ONLY if there is an existing court order AND the parties do NOT agree to the requested changes. If both parties agree, use the “Stipulation and Agreement Questionnaire” instead.
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*

I confirm there is an existing court order currently in effect.I confirm the other party does NOT agree to the requested changes (this is contested).I understand that agreed changes require a stipulation and agreement instead.
NRS240A DISCLOSURE - 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.
Court & Case Information
Court name
Case number
Date the current order was entered

MonthDayYear
Date
What does the current order cover? (Select all that apply)*

CustodyVisitationChild Support
Your Role in the Existing Order
Which party are YOU on the existing court order?*

I am the Plaintiff (Petitioner) on the current orderI am the Respondent on the current 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?*

YesNo
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?*

YesNo
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 then physical address)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Your Phone number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Your Email address*
example@example.com
Child/ren's Information
Number of children involved*
Children's Information*
What Are You Asking the Court to Modify?
What are you asking the court to modify? (Select all that apply)*

CustodyVisitation / Parenting TimeChild Support
Custody / Visitation Details
Current custody/visitation terms under the existing order*
Requested changes to custody/visitation*
Reason for modification of custody/visitation*
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 for custody/visitation*
Transportation details for exchanges*
Exchange locations for custody/visitation*
Holiday schedule for custody/visitation (optional)
Vacation / school break schedule for custody/visitation (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 (filing party's) gross monthly income*
Other party's gross monthly income (enter 'Unknown' if not known)*
Number of children subject to support*
Requested support change*
Reason support should be modified*
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?*

YesNo
If yes, address for service*
If no, last known address, or work address, and any helpful details*
Additional Information
Any other facts the judge should know
NRS240A DISCLOSURE - Read Carefully

Please review and confirm the information below.
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 understand that Deborah Barnhart, dba DPS of Northern Nevada, is not an attorney and is acting solely as a legal document preparer.
I certify that the information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.*

I certify the above statement is true and correct.
Electronic signature (full name)*
Date of signature*

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

NRS240A DISCLOSURE - Read Carefully.

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)

Child/ren's Information

What Are You Asking the Court to Modify?

Custody / Visitation Details

Proposed Parenting Plan

Child Support Details

Service of Process

Additional Information

NRS240A DISCLOSURE - Read Carefully