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Petition to Obtain Information from Superior Court

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JUDGMENT REGARDING PARENTAL OBLIGATIONS (UIFSA)

GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY (under Family Code, §§ 17400,17406):

FL-530

FOR COURT USE ONLY

TELEPHONE NO.:

E-MAIL ADDRESS (Optional):

ATTORNEY FOR (Name):

FAX NO.:

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF

STREET ADDRESS:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY AND ZIP CODE:

BRANCH NAME:

PETITIONER:

CASE NUMBER:

RESPONDENT:

OTHER:

JUDGMENT REGARDING PARENTAL OBLIGATIONS (UIFSA)
CASE NUMBER:

1. a. NOTICE: THIS IS A PROPOSED JUDGMENT. This Judgment Regarding Parental Obligations (UIFSA) will be entered by the court and will become legally binding unless you fill out and file the Response to Uniform Support Petition (UIFSA) (form FL-520) with the court clerk within 30 days of the date you were served with the Summons (UIFSA) (form FL-510) and Uniform Support Petition (form FL-500/OMB 0970-0085). If you need a Response form, you may get one from the local child support agency, the court clerk, or the family law facilitator. The family law facilitator will help you fill out the forms. To file the Response, follow the procedures listed in the information sheet attached to that form.

b. NOTICE: THIS IS A JUDGMENT. It is now legally binding.

2. THIS MATTER PROCEEDED AS FOLLOWS:

a. Judgment entered under Family Code section 5002.

b. By court hearing, appearances as follows:

(1) Date: Dept.: Judicial officer:

(2) Petitioner present

(3) Respondent present

(4) Child support agency (Family Code, §§ 17400, 17406) by (name):

(5) Other (specify):

c. The obligor (the parent ordered to pay support) is petitioner respondent other (specify):

3. This order is based on presumed income for the obligor under Family Code section 5002.

4. Attached is a computer printout showing the parents' income and percentage of time each parent spends with the children. The printout, which shows the calculation of child support payable, shall become the court's findings.

5. This order is based on the attached documents (specify):

6. THE COURT ORDERS:

a. Obligor is the parent of the children named in item 6b.

has previously been determined to be the parent of the children named in item 6b.

b. Obligor must pay current child support as follows:

Name Date of birth Monthly support amount

(1) Other (specify):

NOTICE: Any party required to pay child support must pay interest on overdue amounts at the legal rate, which is currently 10 percent per year.

6. b. (2) For a total of: $ payable on the: day of each month

beginning (date):

(3) The low-income adjustment applies.

The low-income adjustment does not apply because (specify reasons):

c. Any support ordered will continue until further order of court, unless terminated by operation of law.

d. Obligor must pay child support for the past periods and in the amounts set forth below:

Name Date of birth Period of support Amount

(1) Other (specify):

(2) For a total of: $ payable: $ on the: day of each month

beginning (date):

(3) Interest accrues on the entire principal balance owing and not on each installment as it becomes due.

d. No provision of this judgment operates to limit any right to collect the principal (total amount of unpaid support) or to charge and collect interest and penalties as allowed by law. All payments ordered are subject to modification.

e. All payments must be made to (name and address of agency):

f. An earnings assignment order for support must issue.

g. Obligor Obligee must (1) provide and maintain health insurance coverage for the children if it is available through employment or a group plan, or otherwise available at no or reasonable cost, and keep the local child support agency informed of the availability of the coverage; (2) if health insurance is not available, provide coverage when it becomes available; (3) within 20 days of the local child support agency's request, complete and return a health insurance form; (4) provide to the local child support agency all information and forms necessary to obtain health-care services for the children; (5) present any claim to secure payment or reimbursement to the other parent or caretaker who incurs costs for health-care services for the children; and (6) assign any rights to reimbursement to the other parent or caretaker who incurs costs for health-care services for the children. If the "Obligor" box is checked, a health insurance coverage assignment must issue.

h. The parents must notify the local child support agency in writing within 10 days of any change in residence or employment.

i. The Notice of Rights and Responsibilities and Information Sheet on Changing a Child Support Order (form FL-192) is attached.

j. Obligor must pay costs of: $

k. The court further orders (specify):

Date:

JUDICIAL OFFICER

7. Number of pages attached:

Approved as conforming to court order:

Date:

SIGNATURE FOLLOWS LAST ATTACHMENT

(SIGNATURE OF ATTORNEY FOR OBLIGOR)

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What this Petition Is and when it’s used

A Petition to Obtain Information from Superior Court is a formal request submitted to a state superior court seeking records, docket details, or certified copies related to a case. The petition identifies the requested materials, explains the legal basis or interest, and states whether certified or uncertified copies are needed. Filing procedures, whether the petition must be notarized, and available e-filing options depend on the court’s local rules. This guide explains common fields, filing paths, evidence requirements, and practical steps to prepare a complete petition for filing or electronic submission.

Why filing a clear petition matters

A well-prepared petition reduces processing delays, lowers the risk of rejection, and helps the court locate and certify records quickly. It clarifies the requester’s entitlement, the scope of records sought, and any statutory basis, improving chances of timely compliance under court procedures and public records rules.

Why filing a clear petition matters

Who typically prepares and files this petition

The petition is used by attorneys, parties to litigation, researchers, businesses, and members of the public seeking court records.

  • Attorneys and law firms — Request records for case preparation, appeals, or client disclosure; often use firm letterhead and include case number.
  • Litigants and former parties — Need certified copies or docket information for enforcement, bankruptcy, or related proceedings.
  • Title companies and researchers — Request filings, judgments, or liens to support transactions or due diligence.

Confirm local court rules on who may access sealed materials, fee schedules, and whether identification or a statutory cause must be shown.

Core components to include in a professional petition

Organize the petition so the court clerk can identify the case, verify entitlement, and deliver requested documents without follow-up.

Caption

Case title, docket or case number, court name and division. Place this at the top to ensure correct case matching.

Requester Identity

Full legal name, organization, mailing address, daytime phone, and email. Include attorney bar number if filing through counsel.

Records Requested

Clear itemization of documents or date ranges (e.g., transcript of hearing on MM/DD/YYYY; complaint filed on MM/DD/YYYY). Specify certified vs uncertified copies.

Legal Basis

Explain authority to obtain records (public records statute, party status, court order). Cite relevant statute or rule if applicable.

Purpose and Use

State the reason for the request (appeal, title search, enforcement). Courts may treat narrow requests more favorably.

Fees and Payment

Indicate payment method for copying, certification, and shipping. Include fee waiver requests with supporting justification if applicable.

Document and data considerations

Retention: Keep originals per retention rules
Confidentiality: Redact protected information
Authentication: Proof of identity may be required
Certified Copies: Request certification explicitly
Electronic Records: Court e-filing rules govern format
Audit Trail: Track submission and payment receipts

Step-by-step: completing the petition

Follow these steps in order to reduce clerical rejection and speed processing.

  • 01
    Identify the case: Locate the exact case number and court division.
  • 02
    List requested items: Describe documents and date ranges precisely.
  • 03
    Provide requester details: Enter full contact info and purpose of request.
  • 04
    Attach payment: Include fee or fee waiver documentation.

How to configure an online petition workflow

If submitting electronically, configure a workflow that attaches supporting ID, fee receipt, and clearly maps form fields to clerk requirements.

Field Form Field Name | Required
Case Number Field case_number | Yes
Requester Name Field requester_name | Yes
Document List Field documents_requested | Yes
Payment Attachment payment_receipt | Conditional

Typical submission flow for records petitions

Use a simple route to ensure the petition reaches the clerk and the requested records are produced or refused with reasons.

  • Prepare petition: Complete form and assemble attachments.
  • Submit to clerk: File via court e-filing or physical delivery.
  • Clerk review: Clerk verifies fees and case match.
  • Records release: Copies provided or denial with explanation.

Digital submission and technical requirements

Courts and clerks typically accept PDFs; some require specific e-filing portals or certified PDF/A formats.

  • File format: PDF or PDF/A preferred
  • Attachments: ZIP for bulk uploads
  • Authentication: Account credentials often required

Confirm the court’s local rules for file types, maximum upload sizes, and whether a wet signature or notarization is required for any affidavit or verification attached to the petition.

Typical timelines and what to expect

Processing times vary by court, type of record, and whether certification is requested; plan accordingly for time-sensitive needs.

Immediate access requests:

Clerk can provide simple docket entries same day.

Certified copies:

Often processed in 3–10 business days depending on backlog.

Research-intensive requests:

May require 2–4 weeks for older or archived files.

Rush handling:

Some courts offer expedited service for a fee.

Denial and appeal:

If denied, response times reflect local appeal deadlines.

Common preparation errors to avoid

  • Incorrect or missing case number causing misidentification and processing delays that may require resubmission.
  • Vague document descriptions that force clerks to ask clarifying questions and extend the delivery timeline.
  • Failure to include payment or incorrect fee amount leading to returned petitions or hold for payment.
  • Submitting protected or sealed records without appropriate authorization or court order, resulting in denial.

Risks and consequences of an incomplete or improper petition

Filing Rejection: Resubmission required
Delayed Access: Time-sensitive needs missed
Fee Forfeiture: Nonrefundable copy fees
Privacy Violation: Potential statutory sanctions
Court Sanctions: If improper access attempted
Appeal Limits: Lost windows for relief

Real-world examples of typical requests

Two anonymized examples show how practitioners and organizations frame requests to obtain court records efficiently.

Case Study — Appellate Preparation

Attorney requests certified transcript of hearing

  • Provides case number and hearing date
  • The clerk produced certified transcript in ten business days after payment and expedited handling.

Case Study — Title Clearance

Title company requests certified judgment and lien documentation

  • Supplies transaction ID and owner name
  • County clerk matched records and issued certified copies for closing within five business days.

Frequently asked questions and common resolutions

Answers to recurring questions about preparation, filing, and follow-up when petitions are delayed, denied, or returned for correction.


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