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Motion to Modify Parenting Time: What Your Draft Needs
A modification motion should identify the current order, the changed facts, the requested schedule, and the evidence supporting why the change is appropriate.
Fast Checklist
- Current parenting-time order
- Changed circumstances timeline
- Requested schedule in plain terms
- Evidence supporting the requested change
- Proposed order or schedule attachment if allowed
Quote the current order
The court needs to know what exists before it can decide what changes. Include the date of the current order and the exact part you are asking to modify.
State the new schedule clearly
Avoid vague requests like 'more time.' Write the pickup days, times, holidays, transportation terms, and communication terms you want considered.
Attach proof, not assumptions
If the change is based on school, work, safety, relocation, compliance, or repeated missed exchanges, connect each point to dated proof.
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FAQ
Can I ask for 50/50 parenting time?
You can ask for the order you believe fits your facts and state law, but this page does not tell you what you should request. Verify your jurisdiction's standard.
Do I need a proposed schedule?
A proposed schedule often helps the court see exactly what you are requesting. Some courts have required forms or local formats.
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