Sworn Answer or Response to Petition or Complaint for Child Support
Overview of this form
The Sworn Answer or Response to Petition or Complaint for Child Support is a legal document used by a respondent in a child support case. This form allows the responding party to formally address and answer the claims made in the petition or complaint for child support. Unlike general responses to complaints, this form specifically addresses child support issues, ensuring all relevant allegations and defenses are adequately presented to the court.
Form components explained
- Identification of parties involved, including names of the husband and wife.
- Case number and jurisdiction details, including state and county information.
- Sequential response to each paragraph of the petition or complaint.
- Request for dismissal of the petition with an explanation of costs.
- Signature and notarization block for legal verification.
- Certificate of service confirming delivery to involved parties.
Common use cases
This form is necessary when a party receives a petition or complaint for child support and intends to respond officially. It is used to contest the allegations of the petitioner and provide a defense regarding child support obligations. Use this form if you have been served with a child support claim and need to assert your position in court.
Who can use this document
This form is intended for:
- Individuals who have received a petition or complaint for child support.
- Respondents who wish to provide a sworn answer to the allegations made against them.
- Parents involved in child support disputes seeking to communicate their position to the court.
Steps to complete this form
- Begin by entering the name of your county and state at the top of the form.
- Fill in the case number and division as specified in the original petition.
- Clearly state your answer to each allegation presented in the petition, paragraph by paragraph.
- Indicate whether you are requesting the petition to be dismissed and specify any associated costs.
- Sign the form in the designated area and have it notarized to affirm the authenticity of your response.
- Complete the certificate of service section to confirm delivery of the response to the petitioner.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting to respond to each allegation thoroughly.
- Failing to provide accurate case information, such as case number and jurisdiction.
- Not having the form properly notarized or signed.
- Missing the deadline for submitting the response.
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Fill out your court forms. Have your forms reviewed. Make at least 2 copies of all your forms. File your forms with the court clerk. Serve your papers on the other parent. File your Proof of Service. Go to your court hearing.
Pull the header information from the plaintiff's petition. Title your Answer Answer to Plaintiff's Petition/Complaint. Center this title and make it bold. Introduce yourself. Admit, deny, or claim that you lack sufficient knowledge to admit or deny each of the plaintiff's numbered allegations.
If you fail to respond to the petition by filing an Answer within the 30 day period, you will waive your right to receive any future notices regarding the final trial in the matter, including the time and place of the trial, the entry of judgment, and any notification of the court's decision.
Fill out your court forms. Fill out 1 of these court forms too if the complaint asks for child support: Have your forms reviewed. Make at least 2 copies of all your forms. Serve your papers on the LCSA/DCSS. Have the person who served your Answer fill out the Proof of Service.
If you decide to respond, you will have to pay the current filing fee. If you decide not to respond, then after 30 days from the date you were served with the Petition, the other party can enter you into a default status (which means that you can no longer respond).
You can file an answer or a general denial. Filing an answer. You can file a motion In certain situations, you can respond to the lawsuit by filing a motion (a request) that usually tells the court that the plaintiff made a mistake in the lawsuit. Talk to a lawyer!
(4) Any answer to the petition must be served and filed within 20 days after the petition is filed. (5) Any reply to the answer must be served and filed within 10 days after the answer is filed.
