Modification of Child Support Packet
Packet Fees
| Description | Fee | Due When |
|---|---|---|
| Packet | $22.00 | At time of filing |
| Filing Fee | $50.00 | At time of filing |
| Copies to be Served | $1.00/page (approx. $16.00) | At time of filing |
| Issuance of Summons | $10.00 | At time of filing |
| Fee to Sheriff or Process Server | Varies starting at $40.00 | Not due at time of filing |
Included Forms
This packet contains the following forms:
- Civil Cover Sheet (Required)
- Personal Information Sheet (Requested by Clerk)
- Disclosure from a Non-Lawyer (Required if Someone Filled Out Forms for You)
- Notice of Limited Services Provided (Required by Petitioner)
- Notice of Related Cases (Required)
- Supplemental Petition for Modification of Child Support (Required)
- Summons (Required if Other Party is to Be Served)
- Notice of Social Security Number (Required)
- Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act Affidavit (Required)
- Family Law Financial Affidavit (Required – Choose One)
- Certificate of Mandatory Disclosure (Required)
- Email Service Address (Required – Choose One)
- Child Support Guidelines Worksheet (Required if Asking for Support)
Do not sign these forms unless you are in the presence of a notary public! We can notarize your signature in the Circuit Civil/Family Law Department.
When all forms have been completed, please return them to the Circuit Civil/Family Law Department of the Jackson County Clerk of Court, along with your filing fee of $50.00 and other fees. Your case will be forwarded to the Family Court Specialist for review once the other party has been served. You may check back with a Deputy Clerk in 2 to 3 weeks after service on the other party for the status of your case.
It is your responsibility to call the Circuit Civil/Family Law Department (850) 482-9552 to find out the status of your case. When the file is procedurally correct, a final hearing will be scheduled.