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Form JV-401 Visitation Attachment: Sibling - California
What Is Form JV-401?
This is a legal form that was released by the California Judicial Branch - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form JV-401?A: Form JV-401 is the Visitation Attachment form used in the state of California.
Q: What is the purpose of Form JV-401?A: The purpose of Form JV-401 is to request visitation rights for siblings in California family law cases.
Q: Who can use Form JV-401?A: The form can be used by parents, guardians, or siblings who want to request visitation for siblings in a family law case in California.
Q: How do I fill out Form JV-401?A: You need to provide the names and contact information of the parties involved, state the reasons for the visitation request, and specify the proposed visitation schedule.
Q: Do I need to file Form JV-401 with the court?A: Yes, Form JV-401 needs to be filed with the court where the family law case is being heard.
Q: Is there a fee for filing Form JV-401?A: There may be a filing fee associated with submitting Form JV-401, but it can be waived based on the applicant's financial situation.
Q: What happens after I file Form JV-401?A: After filing Form JV-401, the court will review the request and may schedule a hearing to determine the visitation arrangements for the siblings.
Q: Can Form JV-401 be used for visitation with non-sibling relatives?A: No, Form JV-401 is specifically designed for sibling visitation; separate forms may be required for visitation with non-sibling relatives.
Q: What if there is an existing custody or visitation order?A: If there is an existing custody or visitation order, you may need to file a motion to modify the order or seek the court's permission to use Form JV-401.
Q: Can Form JV-401 be used in other states?A: No, Form JV-401 is specific to California, and other states may have different forms or procedures for requesting sibling visitation.
Form Details:
- Released on January 1, 2015;
- The latest edition provided by the California Judicial Branch;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of Form JV-401 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the California Judicial Branch.
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