Family Cases
Family Cases

Change Court Orders

In this section:

These standard instructions are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice about your case. If you choose to represent yourself, you are bound by the same rules and procedures as an attorney.

Change Parenting Time

About Changing Parenting Time

Use the forms and instructions on this page to change the parenting time schedule.

Criteria for Changing Parenting Time

You must wait at least two years before the next change in custody orders, unless one of the following is true:

  • The child's health or emotional development is in danger.
  • The child's main residence is changing.

Forms and Paperwork Required

Download and fill out the Change Parenting Time forms using the forms link above.

Paperwork Tips

If the other parent doesn't agree to change, fill out JDF 1406 Motion to Modify Parenting Time.

If both parents agree to change, fill out JDF 1423 Stipulation Re: Parenting Time Modification.

For all requests, fill out:

How to Submit Paperwork to the Court

  1. File with the same court that gave you the original order. Use the courts locator to find the correct court location, or file online at Colorado Courts E-Filing.
  2. Pay or waive the filing fee. If you do not think you can afford the filing fee, fill out form JDF 205 Motion to File Without Payment and Supporting Financial Affidavit and JDF 206 Finding and Order Concerning Payment of Fees to request a waiver of the filing fee, or visit our File Without Payment section for complete information.
  3. Mail a copy of the paperwork you filed to the other parent. Skip this step if both parents signed the Stipulation.

Change Court Orders Filing Fees

Response$116.00
Motion to modify, amend, or alter decree or order (more than 60 days after decree entered)$105.00

What Happens Next?

Watch your inbox/mailbox for what to do next. The court may require a hearing or mediation.

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