“FD” on a court case means it is a non-dissolution case. This type of case involves parents who are not married or other adults filing for court relief on behalf of minor children. FD cases can also include married people who are separated, but one parent wants custody or financial support.
A civil case is filed if the plaintiff seeks more than $20,000 from the plaintiff. Plaintiffs seeking $20,000 or less file in the special civil part. Plaintiffs seeking $5,000 or less can file a small claims case. Both specialized systems include lower fees and faster resolution.
If you're dealing with child custody, parenting time, or child support matters and aren't married, this can be a somewhat daunting and complicated process, as you look to do what's right for your family and children. These matters are called non-dissolution proceedings, under the “FD” Docket in New Jersey.
Process shall be mailed within 12 days of the filing of the complaint. The clerk thereafter shall send a postcard toplaintiff or the attorney showing the docket number, date of mailing and a statementthat, unless the plaintiff is otherwise notified, default will be entered on the date shown.
These matters are initiated by the filing of a Complaint by the Plaintiff. FD cases: are non-dissolution matters, custody, parenting time, child support, primarily utilized for parties that have children in common, but are not married to each other or parties that are not married, but not ready for a divorce action.
You may file a complaint with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (Division) within 180 days of the date of the alleged violation.
The person who will read it probably didn't cause the problem, but may be very helpful in resolving it. Give the basics. Tell your story. Explain how you want to resolve the problem. Describe your next steps. Send your complaint letter. Your Mailing Address Your City, State, Zip Code Your email address
New Jersey Consumers (Residents) who need assistance or would like to file a complaint against Debt Collection Practices, Stores or Businesses, or another New Jersey State Governmental Agency, should access the New Jersey Consumer Affairs website at or call (973) 504-6200.
Defendants must file a written answer to the complaint within 35 days of the date shown on the summons. Each defendant must file a separate answer. If you have evidence showing that you do not owe the amount claimed, such as receipts, attach copies of those papers to every copy of your answer.