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Filling out custody papers online can be an essential step in modifying existing court orders related to legal decision-making, parenting time, and child support. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help users complete the custody papers effectively.

Follow the steps to fill out the custody papers online accurately and efficiently.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by filling in your personal information in the top left corner of the first page, using black ink only or typing directly. Include your name, address (unless protected), and contact details.
3. Complete the section labeled 'Name of Petitioner, Name of Respondent, AND Case Number' exactly as it appears in your original court documents.
4. Provide general information about yourself and the other party involved. Indicate how you are related to the minor children.
5. List the information of the minor child(ren) for whom you are seeking custody modifications, ensuring to offer all relevant details.
6. Address the 'Affidavit regarding Minor Children' by indicating whether the children have resided in Arizona since the last custody order was issued.
7. Specify the details of the existing order that you wish to change. Include the order's date, court name, and description of the parts of the order you wish to modify.
8. Answer questions regarding any incidents of domestic violence, if applicable, and explain your reasons for requesting a change to the custody order.
9. Indicate whether you have complied with any mediation or alternative dispute resolution requirements stipulated in the previous court order.
10. Outline your requests to the court, specifying details for legal decision-making, parenting time, and child support, using clear and concise language.
11. Sign the petition in front of a Deputy Clerk of Court or Notary, affirming that the information provided is truthful and correct.
12. Review the entire completed form for accuracy and clarity before submitting.
13. Save your changes, download a copy for your records, and prepare to file the documents with the court as instructed.

Start completing your custody papers online today to ensure your request is properly filed.