Urgent Child Custody Change
Summary
To urgently change child custody orders in NSW due to safety concerns, apply to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with an urgent application (Form 4). Provide evidence such as reports from child protective services and medical records. To strengthen your case, include detailed affidavits and follow court procedures. For an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO), visit a local police station or court, fill out the application, and provide incident details. Consider consulting a lawyer for guidance on preparing documents and navigating the legal process.Full Conversation
how can i seek an urgent change of child custody orders for fears of children saftey
If you're in Victoria and need to urgently change a child custody order due to safety concerns, you can:
- Apply to the Family Court of Australia for a variation of orders.
- File an urgent application (Form *) if there's an immediate risk of harm.
- Provide evidence supporting the safety concerns.
Would you like assistance connecting with a local lawyer to help with this process?
- Apply to the Family Court of Australia for a variation of orders.
- File an urgent application (Form *) if there's an immediate risk of harm.
- Provide evidence supporting the safety concerns.
Would you like assistance connecting with a local lawyer to help with this process?
NSW
Thank you for clarifying that you're in NSW. Here's what you can do:
- Apply to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia for a variation of orders.
- File an urgent application (Form *) if there's an immediate risk of harm.
- Provide evidence supporting the safety concerns.
Would you like assistance connecting with a local lawyer to help with this process?
- Apply to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia for a variation of orders.
- File an urgent application (Form *) if there's an immediate risk of harm.
- Provide evidence supporting the safety concerns.
Would you like assistance connecting with a local lawyer to help with this process?
what type of evidence will i need to support my claim of safety
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To support your claim of safety in a child custody case, you may need the following types of evidence:
- Police reports documenting any incidents of violence or threats.
- Medical records showing injuries or harm.
- Witness statements from individuals who have observed the unsafe conditions.
- Photographic or video evidence of the unsafe environment.
- Reports from child protective services, if applicable.
Is there a specific incident that you are concerned about?
To support your claim of safety in a child custody case, you may need the following types of evidence:
- Police reports documenting any incidents of violence or threats.
- Medical records showing injuries or harm.
- Witness statements from individuals who have observed the unsafe conditions.
- Photographic or video evidence of the unsafe environment.
- Reports from child protective services, if applicable.
Is there a specific incident that you are concerned about?
what if i don't have an police reports but reports to child proctive services
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If you don't have police reports but have reports from child protective services, that can still be valuable evidence. Reports from child protective services are taken seriously and can help substantiate your concerns about the safety of the children.
Do you have any other forms of evidence, like witness statements or medical records?
If you don't have police reports but have reports from child protective services, that can still be valuable evidence. Reports from child protective services are taken seriously and can help substantiate your concerns about the safety of the children.
Do you have any other forms of evidence, like witness statements or medical records?
I have medical reports for their health issues that where never taken seriouly
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Medical reports can also be valuable evidence, especially if they show a pattern of neglect or harm. You may want to gather all relevant documents to strengthen your case.
Would you like more detailed guidance on gathering and presenting this evidence to the court?
Medical reports can also be valuable evidence, especially if they show a pattern of neglect or harm. You may want to gather all relevant documents to strengthen your case.
Would you like more detailed guidance on gathering and presenting this evidence to the court?
yes please
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Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, please answer the following questions:
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Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, please answer the following questions:
What is your phone number?
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Having reports from child protective services and medical reports can be strong evidence in your case. Ensure that you gather all relevant documents and present them clearly. If you need more assistance, you may consider seeking legal advice.
Would you like to know more about the process of filing an urgent application (Form *) in NSW?
Having reports from child protective services and medical reports can be strong evidence in your case. Ensure that you gather all relevant documents and present them clearly. If you need more assistance, you may consider seeking legal advice.
Would you like to know more about the process of filing an urgent application (Form *) in NSW?
yes
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To file an urgent application (Form *) in NSW, you should:
- Complete the Form * and supporting affidavit detailing the urgency and safety concerns.
- Submit the form to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
- Attend a hearing where the judge will consider your evidence and make a decision.
Would you like to know more about how to complete the Form *?
To file an urgent application (Form *) in NSW, you should:
- Complete the Form * and supporting affidavit detailing the urgency and safety concerns.
- Submit the form to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
- Attend a hearing where the judge will consider your evidence and make a decision.
Would you like to know more about how to complete the Form *?
yes
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To complete the Form * for an urgent application in NSW, you should:
- Fill out the Form * with all required details.
- Attach a supporting affidavit that outlines the urgency and specific safety concerns.
- Submit these documents to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
Would you like detailed guidance on filling out the Form * and preparing the affidavit?
To complete the Form * for an urgent application in NSW, you should:
- Fill out the Form * with all required details.
- Attach a supporting affidavit that outlines the urgency and specific safety concerns.
- Submit these documents to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
Would you like detailed guidance on filling out the Form * and preparing the affidavit?
yes
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To fill out the Form * and prepare the affidavit, follow these steps:
- Form *: Include your details, current orders, and the specific changes you are seeking.
- Affidavit: Detail the urgency, safety concerns, and attach all evidence (medical reports, child protective services reports).
If you need more detailed guidance, consider consulting a lawyer.
To fill out the Form * and prepare the affidavit, follow these steps:
- Form *: Include your details, current orders, and the specific changes you are seeking.
- Affidavit: Detail the urgency, safety concerns, and attach all evidence (medical reports, child protective services reports).
If you need more detailed guidance, consider consulting a lawyer.
how can i subpoena a witness
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To subpoena a witness in Victoria, you should:
- Fill out a Subpoena form available from the court's website.
- Serve the subpoena to the witness personally.
- Ensure compliance with court rules regarding witness fees and mileage.
Would you like more detailed guidance on filling out the Subpoena form?
To subpoena a witness in Victoria, you should:
- Fill out a Subpoena form available from the court's website.
- Serve the subpoena to the witness personally.
- Ensure compliance with court rules regarding witness fees and mileage.
Would you like more detailed guidance on filling out the Subpoena form?
nsw
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To subpoena a witness in NSW, you should:
- Fill out a Subpoena form available from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
- Serve the subpoena to the witness personally.
- Ensure compliance with court rules regarding witness fees and mileage.
Would you like more detailed guidance on filling out the Subpoena form?
To subpoena a witness in NSW, you should:
- Fill out a Subpoena form available from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
- Serve the subpoena to the witness personally.
- Ensure compliance with court rules regarding witness fees and mileage.
Would you like more detailed guidance on filling out the Subpoena form?
yes
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To fill out a Subpoena form in NSW:
- Download the Subpoena form from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia website.
- Complete the form with the details of the witness and the documents they need to produce.
- Serve the subpoena to the witness personally.
- Comply with court rules regarding witness fees and mileage.
Would you like to know more about the process of serving the subpoena?
To fill out a Subpoena form in NSW:
- Download the Subpoena form from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia website.
- Complete the form with the details of the witness and the documents they need to produce.
- Serve the subpoena to the witness personally.
- Comply with court rules regarding witness fees and mileage.
Would you like to know more about the process of serving the subpoena?
yes
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To serve a subpoena in NSW:
- Serve the completed Subpoena form to the witness personally.
- Provide the witness with the required fees for attendance and mileage.
- Ensure the service is done well in advance of the court date.
Would you need more assistance with any other aspect of the custody case?
To serve a subpoena in NSW:
- Serve the completed Subpoena form to the witness personally.
- Provide the witness with the required fees for attendance and mileage.
- Ensure the service is done well in advance of the court date.
Would you need more assistance with any other aspect of the custody case?
how to get reports from department of child protection in nsw
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To obtain reports from the Department of Child Protection in NSW, you should:
- Contact the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).
- Submit a formal request for access to documents under the Government Information (Public Access) Act * (GIPA Act).
- Provide specific details of the reports you need.
Would you like more guidance on how to submit a GIPA request?
To obtain reports from the Department of Child Protection in NSW, you should:
- Contact the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).
- Submit a formal request for access to documents under the Government Information (Public Access) Act * (GIPA Act).
- Provide specific details of the reports you need.
Would you like more guidance on how to submit a GIPA request?
yes
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To submit a GIPA request in NSW:
- Visit the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) website.
- Download and complete the GIPA application form.
- Provide specific details of the reports you need.
- Pay the required application fee.
- Submit the form as instructed.
Would you need further assistance on any other aspect of your custody case?
To submit a GIPA request in NSW:
- Visit the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) website.
- Download and complete the GIPA application form.
- Provide specific details of the reports you need.
- Pay the required application fee.
- Submit the form as instructed.
Would you need further assistance on any other aspect of your custody case?
yes
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Sure, please let me know which specific aspect of your custody case you need further assistance with.
Sure, please let me know which specific aspect of your custody case you need further assistance with.
how can i make my request stronger to get a judge to see my urgent request for change, when i am self represting
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To make your request stronger for an urgent change in custody, you should:
- Provide a detailed affidavit outlining the urgent need and safety concerns.
- Include all supporting evidence (medical reports, child protective services reports).
- Clearly explain the immediate risk to the children.
- Follow proper procedures and court rules.
Would you like more specific advice on preparing your affidavit?
To make your request stronger for an urgent change in custody, you should:
- Provide a detailed affidavit outlining the urgent need and safety concerns.
- Include all supporting evidence (medical reports, child protective services reports).
- Clearly explain the immediate risk to the children.
- Follow proper procedures and court rules.
Would you like more specific advice on preparing your affidavit?
how can i apply for an AVO in the process in fears of my own saftey
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To apply for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) in Victoria due to fears for your safety, you can:
- Go to your local Magistrates' Court and fill out an application form.
- Provide details about the incidents and reasons for the AVO.
- The court may issue an interim AVO if there's an immediate risk.
- Serve the AVO to the respondent.
Do you need more detailed guidance on filling out the application form?
To apply for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) in Victoria due to fears for your safety, you can:
- Go to your local Magistrates' Court and fill out an application form.
- Provide details about the incidents and reasons for the AVO.
- The court may issue an interim AVO if there's an immediate risk.
- Serve the AVO to the respondent.
Do you need more detailed guidance on filling out the application form?
nsw
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To apply for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) in NSW due to fears for your safety, you should:
- Visit your local police station or Local Court.
- Fill out an application form with details of the incidents and reasons for the AVO.
- The court may issue an interim AVO if there's an immediate risk.
- Serve the AVO to the respondent.
Would you need more detailed guidance on filling out the application form?
To apply for an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) in NSW due to fears for your safety, you should:
- Visit your local police station or Local Court.
- Fill out an application form with details of the incidents and reasons for the AVO.
- The court may issue an interim AVO if there's an immediate risk.
- Serve the AVO to the respondent.
Would you need more detailed guidance on filling out the application form?