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Filling out the Petition for Child Custody Form CAFC201 is an important step in seeking custody arrangements for children. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to assist you in completing the form accurately and effectively, ensuring a smoother filing process.

Follow the steps to complete your Petition for Child Custody form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and access it in the online editor.
2. Begin filling out the form by indicating the county where the case will be filed in the Circuit Court section. Make sure to provide the correct information as it determines jurisdiction.
3. If this is not your first petition in this case, select the appropriate option noting whether it is the first, second, or third petition filed.
4. Fill in your full name as the 'Petitioner.' Include your first name, middle name, last name, and any suffix (like Jr., Sr., or III).
5. Enter the last four digits of your Social Security number and ensure you provide your complete mailing address, including street, city, state, and zip code.
6. Provide your email address and telephone number in the designated fields.
7. Next, provide information about the other party involved in the case, referred to as the 'Respondent.' Fill out their full name, last four digits of their Social Security number, mailing address, and email address.
8. Indicate how the other party should be served with the petition. You can choose specific service methods or request service by publication if you cannot locate them.
9. In the case information section, state your entitlement to ask for custody based on relevant circumstances such as paternity acknowledgment or previous court determinations.
10. Complete the military information section by indicating whether the other party is on active duty in the United States military.
11. Provide details regarding your employment status and the other party’s employment status, if known.
12. List all children involved in this proceeding, including their full names and ages in the designated spaces.
13. Address where the children have lived in the past five years, including the dates at each address.
14. Check any applicable boxes regarding existing custody arrangements or any concerns like abuse or neglect, and provide explanations if necessary.
15. Outline the proposed custody arrangement and attach a completed parenting plan as well as any additional requests for relief, such as attorney fees.
16. Sign the form where indicated, certifying the information is true to the best of your knowledge. Ensure your signature is witnessed by a notary public if required.
17. Finally, save your changes, download a copy for your records, and print it for submission. Ensure that you share the completed form with the relevant parties.

Get started by filling out the Petition for Child Custody Form CAFC201 online today.