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子女監護資訊單 - 子女監護調解

FL-314-INFO C

子女監護資訊單 - 子女監護調解

就子女監護和子女照看時間(探訪)前來法院的家長需要作出有關子女養育計劃的決定。本資訊單提供有關子女監護和子女照看時間問題、如何獲取解決監護爭議或制定子女養育計劃的幫助、在何處聘請律師以及在何處查找其他資源的一般資訊。

什麼是子女養育計劃?

子女養育計劃描述家長如何分擔照看子女的責任。

計劃可能包括有關天數、次數、週末、節日、假期、交通、接送、旅行限制、諮詢和治療服務的一般性或具體日程安排以及其他細節。

什麼是法定和人身監護?

子女養育計劃通常包括:

  • 法定監護: 家長如何作出有關子女的健康、教育和福利的重要決定;
  • 人身監護: 子女住在哪裡;以及
  • 子女照看時間、分時或探訪: 子女何時與每一方父母在一起。

法定監護和人身監護可分別指定為「共同監護」(父母雙方承擔某些責任)或「單方監護」(父母一方單獨承擔責任)。

我們是否能夠自己制定子女養育計劃?

可以。您有權自行簽署子女養育計劃協議。該協議可稱為「約定」、「分時計劃」或「子女養育計劃」。

如果父母雙方能夠達成子女養育計劃協議,法官很可能會批准。父母雙方和法官簽字並在法院存檔後,協議成為法院命令。

如果下達了家庭暴力或保護令,怎麼辦?

如果下達了家庭暴力或保護令,在制定父母扶養計劃之前請向律師、顧問或仲裁人諮詢。

如需獲取反家庭暴力的幫助,請撥打全美反家庭暴力熱線電話號碼 1-800-799-7233(TDD: 1-800-787-3224)或撥打211(如您所在地有該號碼)。

如果我們沒有制定父母扶養計劃,怎麼辦?

如果您們無法達成協議,法院會推薦您們接受家庭法院服務部(FCS)的仲裁,嘗試制定一項父母扶養計劃。

什麼是家庭法院服務部仲裁?

家庭法院服務部(FCS)透過仲裁幫助各方解決有關兒童扶養的爭議。仲裁員會與您及另一方面談,嘗試幫助你們制定父母扶養計劃。可能會召開情況介紹會,提供有關該項程序的其他資訊。

如果您對在仲裁過程中與另一方見面感到擔心,或者另一方涉及家庭暴力或保護令,您可以要求在另一方不在場的情況下與仲裁員單獨面談。您還可以要求在接受調解時帶一位支持人。該支持人不得代表您發表意見。

仲裁過程中我們是否必須商定父母扶養計劃?

不是。您們不必在仲裁過程中達成協議。如果雙方無法達成一致意見,法官將作出判決。如需獲得法律建議,請向律師洽詢。如需瞭解其他資訊,請向自助中心或家庭法院服務部瞭解調解程序在您所在的法院如何運作。

Judicial Council of California
Revised January 1, 2012, Optional Form

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FL-314-INFO C

子女監護資訊單 – 建議諮詢

我們見面時是否必須同意子女養育計劃?

不是。你們不必達成協議。當家長無法達成協議時,法官將作出決定。如需獲得法律諮詢,請與律師聯絡。如需瞭解其他資訊,請向自助中心或家庭法院服務部瞭解該項程序在您所在的法院如何運作。

是否有其他解決我們的爭議的方法?

有。您可以嘗試其他替代性爭議解決(ADR)選擇方法,其中包括:

  1. 會面和商談: 家長及其律師(如有)可隨時會面,可在不召開法院聽證會的情況下按照制定子女養育計劃的需要確定會面次數。如果法院下達了限制家長雙方聯絡的保護令,則可以透過律師或調解人分別進行「會面和商談」。
  2. 和解會議: 在有些法院,家長可以與法官、中立評估員或未涉及案例的家庭法律師會面,討論和解問題。請向當地法院瞭解是否可採用這種方法。如果下達了保護令,可以透過律師或調解人分別進行和解討論。
  3. 私人調解: 家長可聘請私人調解員,幫助解決爭議。
  4. 合作法程序: 每一方家長聘請一位律師,並同意不經過法院解決爭議。家長還可以聘請其他專家。

法院聽證會

當雙方無法依靠自己、仲裁或任何其他ADR程序商定父母扶養計劃時,法官將作出判決。

如果存在家庭暴力或下達了保護令,家長可帶一位支持人出席法院聽證會,但支持人不得代替家長發表意見。

我可以從哪裡獲得幫助?

本資訊單僅提供有關子女監護程序的基本資訊,並非法律建議。如果您希望獲得法律建議,請律師提供協助。如需瞭解其他資訊,您可以:

  1. 與家庭法院服務部聯絡。
  2. 與家庭法顧問或自助中心聯絡,瞭解資訊、地方法規、法院表格和當地法律服務提供者轉介服務。
  3. 透過地方律師協會、加州律師協會(http://calbar.ca.gov)或律師轉介服務部(電話號碼1-866-442-2529)查找律師。
  4. 聘請私人調解員幫助達成子女養育協議。調解員可能是律師或顧問。請與當地律師協會、法院ADR計劃或家庭法院服務部聯絡,獲得地方資源轉介服務。
  5. 在自助中心網站 www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp 查找資訊。
  6. 查找免費和低收費法律協助(如果您合格),請查閱網站 www.lawhelpcalifornia.org
  7. 在當地法律圖書館查找資訊,或者在當地公共圖書館詢問。
  8. 要求召開法院聽證會,由法官決定對您的子女最適合的方案。

申請便利服務

如果您在訴訟前至少提前五天提出申請,則可獲得助聽系統、電腦輔助實時文字顯示或手語翻譯服務。請與書記員辦公室聯絡,或從www.courts.ca.gov/forms網址下載「殘障人士申請便利服務及答覆」表格(MC-410表)。(「民法」第54.8款。)

Revised January 1, 2012

子女監護資訊單 –
建議諮詢

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What the California Child Custody Information Sheet Is

The California Child Custody Information Sheet is a standardized family law form used to provide courts and parties with key facts about a child and family circumstances when custody, visitation, or related orders are requested. It summarizes names, addresses, school and medical information, current custody or restraining orders, and other details judges use to set hearings and craft parenting orders. The sheet helps courts quickly assess immediate needs, determine mandatory disclosures, and route cases to appropriate services such as child custody evaluations or supervised visitation programs.

Why this form matters in California family cases

The Information Sheet speeds case intake by consolidating facts the court requires for scheduling, safety determinations, and service. It supports clearer temporary orders and helps identify issues such as potential domestic violence or emergency medical needs for the child.

Why this form matters in California family cases

Who prepares and relies on the custody information sheet

The sheet is typically completed by a parent, guardian, or attorney when filing or responding to a family law custody petition; court clerks and judges use it at intake and pretrial stages.

  • Parents and guardians preparing initial custody filings or responses for court review.
  • Family law attorneys and legal aid providers assembling a client file and exhibits.
  • Court staff and judicial officers who need a concise case summary at intake.

Accurate completion reduces delays, helps courts identify safety screening needs, and can influence initial temporary custody or supervision conditions.

Step-by-step: completing the custody information sheet

Follow these steps before filing to ensure the court has correct, actionable information and to reduce processing delays.

  • 01
    Gather documents: Collect birth certificates, prior orders, and school or medical records.
  • 02
    Enter identifying data: Type full legal names and MM/DD/YYYY dates exactly.
  • 03
    Declare safety issues: Disclose restraining orders, domestic violence, or substance concerns.
  • 04
    Review and sign: Verify accuracy, sign where required, and prepare attachments.

Core sections found on a professional California Child Custody Information Sheet

Most professionally prepared sheets include standardized blocks so judges and clerks can find critical information quickly during intake, hearings, or referrals.

Child details

Full legal name, date of birth, gender, school, primary residence, and special medical or educational needs that affect custody or visitation planning.

Parent / guardian data

Names, dates of birth, addresses, phone numbers, relationship to child, and current custodial arrangement or living situation.

Court history

Active and prior case numbers, restraining orders, dependency matters, and any relevant case outcomes or enforcement actions.

Safety disclosures

Allegations of domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health issues, or criminal history that influence supervised visitation or expedited hearings.

Service preferences

Designated addresses for legal service, whether alternative service is requested, and any protection orders limiting contact.

Signature and verification

Declaration by the filer attesting to truthfulness, signature and date, and any required notarization or verification statements.

Essential data elements to include

Child DOB: MM/DD/YYYY
Full legal names: No initials
Addresses: Street, city, state, ZIP
Phone numbers: Primary and alternate
Existing orders: Case numbers
Health alerts: Allergies/conditions

Customizing and completing the sheet online

Configure online workflows so fields collect consistent, court-ready information and attachments are retained with the record.

Field Configuration
Required fields Make name, DOB, and contact fields mandatory
Conditional fields Show safety questions when allegations checked
Attachment rules Require PDF upload for prior orders
Signer order Set filer to sign then attorney if present

Digital signing and technical delivery options

Electronic completion and e-signature reduce in-person steps but must meet legal and court rules for custody filings.

  • File formats: PDF or Word DOCX
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or stronger
  • Integrations: Court e-filing systems

Ensure the platform you use supports required audit trails, retention, and any county e-filing or court portal compatibility.

Where to file and how the sheet is routed

Filing routes vary by county; use the family law clerk's office or the county e-filing portal. The sheet travels with the case file for judges and court mediators.

  • County clerk: File with local family court clerk
  • Court portal: Upload via county e-file if supported
  • Service: Serve opposing party per local rules
  • Referrals: Court may refer for evaluation

Timing and filing expectations to keep in mind

Court schedules and response deadlines differ by county; prepare filings early and confirm local timelines to avoid missed hearings and service issues.

Initial filing window:

File at case start; county sets first hearing date

Service deadlines:

Serve opposing party according to local rules before hearing

Response period:

Respond within time set by summons or local rule

Emergency requests:

Courts may hear ex parte petitions for immediate relief

Document retention:

Keep copies until case final and retention period met

Key milestones in a custody case lifecycle

A typical custody case moves through predictable stages; understanding each milestone helps you prepare required information and evidence.

01

Filing the petition

Initiate the case and submit the custody information sheet to court.

02

Service and response

Serve other parties and receive any formal responses or objections.

03

Initial hearing

Court reviews safety issues and may set temporary custody or visitation.

04

Resolution or trial

Case resolves by agreement, mediation, or contested hearing.

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing the form

  • Leaving dates in inconsistent formats or omitting birthdates, which can delay identification and scheduling.
  • Failing to list existing restraining or dependency orders, creating potential safety or jurisdiction issues.
  • Uploading illegible attachments or wrong case numbers that prevent court staff from matching documents.
  • Using informal names or initials instead of full legal names, causing service and record-keeping problems.

Risks and potential consequences of incorrect or false information

Perjury risk: Criminal penalties for knowingly false statements
Sanctions: Court may impose fines or sanctions
Delayed relief: Incorrect data can postpone hearings
Custody impact: False claims may harm credibility
Service defects: Improper service may void filings
Privacy exposure: Sensitive health data may need protection

Practical examples of how the sheet is used in real cases

Two short scenarios illustrate how accurate information affects court handling and allied services.

County intake example

A parent files an initial custody petition and completes the sheet with current addresses and an active temporary restraining order

  • The clerk flags the file for emergency domestic violence screening
  • The court schedules an expedited hearing and refers the matter for a custody evaluation and supervised visitation services to protect the child.

School authorization example

A separated parent provides the sheet to document primary residence and emergency contact information

  • School administration uses the details to add authorized pickup persons
  • The accurate, signed sheet prevents unauthorized release and supports the school's safety protocols during disputes.

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Frequently asked questions about using the custody information sheet

Answers to common questions about validity, e-signatures, notarization, corrections, and data privacy when preparing custody paperwork.


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