Summary
In Colorado, you can request a modification of a parenting plan if theres been a substantial and continuing change in circumstances that benefits the childs best interests. You cannot serve the other party yourself; it must be done by someone over 18 who is not a party to the case. To update your address with the El Paso County Court, file a Notice of Change of Address form and notify all parties involved. When modifying a parenting plan, file the request with the court first, then serve the other party with a copy of the filed request. For specific guidance, consult a local family law attorney.Full Conversation
I have questions about modifying a parenting plan in Colorado
Hello ****, I'd be happy to help. Could you please tell me if there have been significant changes in circumstances since your last parenting plan was approved?
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In Colorado, you can request a modification of a parenting plan if:
- There's been a change in circumstances that's substantial and continuing.
- The change would be in the child's best interests.
Consider consulting with a local family law attorney for specific advice.
Do I have to have someone else serve the other party or am I able to do so
In Colorado, you cannot serve the other party yourself. The service must be done by someone over * who's not a party to the case, such as a process server or law enforcement officer.
How do I update my address with the court in El Paso county colorado
In El Paso County, Colorado, you can update your address by filing a Notice of Change of Address form at the court. It's important to notify every party involved in your case. Here are the steps:
*. Obtain the Notice of Change of Address form.
*. Fill out the form with your new address.
*. File the form at the courthouse.
*. Send a copy to all parties involved.
For specific guidance, consider contacting the El Paso County Court directly.
If I file the request to modify the parenting plan do I file it first or serve the other party first
In Colorado, you should first file the request to modify the parenting plan with the court. After that, you serve the other party with a copy of the filed request.
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