July 18, 2007

TO: Judicial and Legal Communities

FROM: Merrie Gough, Senior Legal Analyst

SUBJECT: 2007 DOMESTIC RELATIONS FORMS SUMMARY OF CHANGES

The following table contains descriptions of the 2007 changes to the Domestic Relations Forms. The changes are based upon 2007 legislative changes and approved recommended changes:

I.

Child Support Schedule/Worksheets

 

WSCSS - Schedule

Washington State Child Support Schedule Definitions and Standards, Instructions and Economic Table

On the cover page, below “Effective Dates,” change the “Instructions” effective date to July 22, 2007 and change the “Worksheets” effective date to July 22, 2007.

On Page 1 of the “Washington State Child Support Schedule Instructions for Worksheets,” insert the following at the top of the left column:

    “Child Support Order Summary Report:

    Fill out the Child Support Order Summary Report only if you are also submitting a temporary or a final child support order to be signed by a judge, commissioner or administrative law judge.”

 

WSCSS- Worksheets

Washington State Child Support Schedule Worksheets

In the footer, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

Add “Worksheets” to the end of the form title (on the first line). Delete the second line “Worksheets (CSW).”

Insert the following two new check box options, aligned to the right margin:

    [ ] Proposed by [ ] Mother [ ] Father [ ] State of WA
    [ ] Other ___________________. (CSWP)

    Or, [ ] Signed by the Judicial/Reviewing Officer. (CSW)

Change “Superior Court Case Number” to “Superior Court/OAH Case No.”

Insert the following caption (centered):

Child Support Order Summary Report

Insert the following table containing the child support order summary report:

A. The order [ ] does [ ] does not replace a prior court or administrative order.

B. The STANDARD CALCULATION listed on line 15e of the Worksheet for the paying parent is: $___________________.

C. The TRANSFER AMOUNT ordered by the Court from the Order of Child Support is: $____________________ to be paid by [ ] mother [ ] father.

D. The Court deviated (changed) from the STANDARD CALCULATION for the following reasons:

    [ ] Does not apply

    [ ] Nonrecurring income [ ] Sources of income and tax planning

    [ ] Split custody [ ] Residential schedule (including shared custody)

    [ ] Children from other relationships for whom the parent owes support

    [ ] High debt not voluntarily incurred and high expenses for the child(ren)

    [ ] Other (please describe): _____________________________________
    ___________________________________________________________.

E. Income for the Father is [ ] imputed [ ] actual income.

    Income for the Mother is [ ] imputed [ ] actual income.

    If imputed, how? _________ median from Child Support Schedule Standards/Instructions _______ minimum wage _______ from historical income _______ prevailing wage _______ other.

F. If applicable: [ ] All health care, day care and special child rearing expenses are included in the worksheets in Part II.

Insert the following caption (centered):

Worksheets

 

WSCSS– Summary Report

Child Support Order Summary Report

Delete this form. The Child Support Order Summary Report is now on the first page of the Worksheets.

II.

All Cases

 

WPF All Cases 01.0200

Declaration re: Service Members Civil Relief Act (Optional Use)

Delete paragraph 1. And renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete
“ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF All Cases 01.0400

Law Enforcement Information Sheet

This form is substantially modified. Please destroy the superseded version of this form and replace it with the new one.

III.

For Use in All Family Law Cases

 

WPF DRPSCU 01.0270

Summons by Publication

In the footer, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

In paragraph 1:

    (a) insert “[ ] the establishment or modification of a child support order” as the sixth check box option.

    (b) insert “[ ] an order restraining the intended relocation of the children” as the ninth check box option.

    (c) insert the following four check box options:

    [ ] rescission of the acknowledgment of paternity.

    [ ] rescission of the denial of paternity.

    [ ] an order declaring that the acknowledgment of paternity is invalid.

    [ ] an order declaring that the denial of paternity is invalid.

In paragraph 2, change the following check box options as indicated:

    [ ] Change the name of the wife to: ______________.

    [ ] Change the name of the husband to: __________.

Also in paragraph 2, insert the following two new check box options above the check box option for “Other”:

    [ ] Declare that the Acknowledgment of Paternity is void.

    [ ] Declare that the Denial of Paternity is void.

In paragraph 4, insert a colon after “form.” Add a check box in front of, and indent:

    [ ] WPF DR 01.0300, Response to Petition. (Domestic Relations)

Then insert the following check box/response options:

    [ ] WPF CU 01.0300, Response to Nonparental Custody Proceeding.

    [ ] WPF PS 01.0300, Response to Petition for Establishment of Parentage.

    [ ] WPF PS 15.0300, Response to Petition for Residential Schedule/Parenting Plan/Child Support.

    [ ] WPF PS 16.0300, Response to Petition for Establishment of Parentage Pursuant to RCW 26.26.540(2).

    [ ] WPF PS 17.0300, Response to Petition to Disestablish Paternity Based on Presumption.

    [ ] WPF DR 06.0300, Response to Petition for Modification of Child Support.

    [ ] WPF DRPSCU 07.0200, Response to Petition for Modification/Adjustment of Custody Decree/Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule.

    [ ] WPF DRPSCU 07.0730, Response (Objection to Relocation/Petition for Modification of Custody Decree/Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule).

    [ ] WPF PS 11.0300, Response to Petition for Rescission of Acknowledgment of Paternity Within 60 Days.

    [ ] WPF PS 12.0300, Response to Petition for Rescission of Denial of Paternity Within 60 Days.

    [ ] WPF PS 13.0300, Response to Petition for Challenge to Acknowledgment of Paternity.

    [ ] WPF PS 14.0300, Response to Petition for Challenge to Denial of Paternity.

IV.

Modification/Adjustment of Custody Decree/Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule

   

In the footer of each form in this section, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

 

WPF DRPSCU 07.0100

Petition for Modification/Adjustment of Custody decree/Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule

In paragraph 2.15 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.15.1, and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 2.15.1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2.15.2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF DRPSCU 07.0120

Summons (Modification/Adjustment of Custody Decree/Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule)

On page 2, paragraph 5, change the form number “WPF DR 07.0200” to “WPF DRPSCU 07.0200.”

 

WPF DRPSCU 07.0300

Order Re Adequate Cause

In paragraph 2.6, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.6.1 and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new subparagraph 2.6.1, change the header to:

    “Service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Insert the following as the new first check box below the new header:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

In new subparagraph 2.6.2, change the header to:

    “Dependent of a service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Move the check box that begins with “is not a dependent” up, so it is the first check box option.

V.

Child Relocation Act Forms

   

In the footer of each form in this section, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

 

WPF DRPSCU 07.0950

Motion/Declaration for Ex Parte Order Modifying Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule

In paragraph 2.5 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.5.1, and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 2.5.1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2.5.2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF DRPSCU 07.0955

Ex Parte Order Modifying Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule (Relocation)

In paragraph 2.4, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.4.1 and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new subparagraph 2.4.1, change the header to:

    “Service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Insert the following as the new first check box below the new header:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

In new subparagraph 2.4.2, change the header to:

    “Dependent of a service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Move the check box that begins with “is not a dependent” up, so it is the first check box option.

VI.

26.09, Domestic Relations Forms

   

In the footer of each form in this section, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

 

WPF DR 01.0100

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage

In section II. Relief Requested, change the paragraph references from 1.14 to 1.15, as applicable.

 

WPF DR 01.0110

Petition for Legal Separation

In section II. Relief Requested, change the paragraph references from 1.14 to 1.15, as applicable.

 

WPF DR 01.0400

Parenting Plan

In the footer, insert “Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 301.”

On page 1, in the first check box option, after “decree of dissolution,” insert “, legal separation, or declaration concerning validity.”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 301, in section V. Dispute Resolution, add new text to the check box option relating to mediation as follows:

    “[ ] mediation by _____________________, if this box is checked and issues of domestic violence or child abuse are present, then the court finds that the victim requested mediation, that mediation is appropriate and that the victim is permitted to have a supporting person present during the mediation proceedings, or”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 304, on page 11 insert the following paragraph, centered, above the judicial officer’s signature line:

    “Before signing the final parenting plan, the court consulted the judicial information system and databases, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the children.”

 

WPF DR 01.0410

Residential Time Summary Report

This is a new form based upon Laws of 2007, ch. 496 (2SSB 5470), §§ 701 and 702.

 

WPF DR 01.0500

Order of Child Support

In paragraph 3.18, Alternative 3, at the end of the first sentence, insert “..because the other parent provides insurance coverage:”

Also in Alternative 3, delete the second sentence and the two check boxes following the second sentence.

In the last paragraph that begins with “If proof,” in the second line, delete “obligee” and replace it with “parent seeking enforcement.” In the third line, delete “obligor’s” and replace it with “other parent’s.” In the fourth line, delete “obligor” and replace it with “other parent.”

Regarding paragraph 3.19, Extraordinary Health Care Expenses, delete the paragraph and replace it with:

    “Unless specifically ordered otherwise, the person receiving support is responsible for ordinary health care expenses of the children. However, both parents have an obligation to pay their share of extraordinary health care expenses. Extraordinary health care expenses mean those monthly medical expenses that exceed 5% of the basic support obligation from the Child Support Schedule Worksheet, Line 5.

    The father shall pay __________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the father’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6) and the mother shall pay ___________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the mother’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6).”

On the last page, at the end of “I apply for full support enforcement services from the DSHS’ Division of Child Support, insert “(DCS).” Below that line, insert the following:

    “(Note: If you never received TANF, tribal TANF, or AFDC, an annual $25 fee applies if over $500 is disbursed on a case, unless the fee is waived by DCS.)”

 

WPF DR 03.0100

Motion and Declaration for Default

In paragraph 2.6 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.6.1, and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 2.6.1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2.6.2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF DR 03.0200

Order of Default

In paragraph 2.5, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.4.1 and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new subparagraph 2.5.1, change the header to:

    “Service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Insert the following as the new first check box below the new header:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

In new subparagraph 2.5.2, change the header to:

    “Dependent of a service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Move the check box that begins with “is not a dependent” up, so it is the first check box option.

 

WPF DR 04.0120

Declaration in Support of Parenting Plan

In the form caption and footer, change the code “(DCLR)” to “(DCLSPP).”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496, §§ 603 and 604:

On page 1, in the first sentence in parentheses, after “child” insert “and use additional pages,”.

Insert the following new line:

    “Complete this declaration with current information. You may also include past information related to the proposed temporary residential schedule.”

In paragraph 1, delete “during the past 12 months.”

In paragraph 2(a), delete “during the past 12 months” and replace it with “(RCW 26.09.004(3).”

In paragraph 2(b), delete “for the past 12 months.”

Delete paragraph “2(c).”

In paragraph 3(a), delete “during the past 12 months” and replace it with “(RCW 26.09.004(3).”

In paragraph 3(b), delete “for the past 12 months.”

Delete paragraph “3(c).”

In paragraph 4, delete section “(a)” and “(b)” and replace it with “The child’s schedule including child care, school and other activities:”

In paragraph 5, at the beginning of the sentence, delete “Any” and replace it with “Information regarding.” At the end of the sentence, delete:

    “…permanent parenting plan are set forth in Part II of my proposed temporary parenting plan.”

And replace it with:

    “…permanent residential schedule:”

In paragraph 6, after “Other” insert “information for the court to consider:”

 

WPF DR 04.0180

Law Enforcement Information Sheet

Delete this form. It is replaced by WPF All Cases 01.0400.

 

WPF DR 06.0400

Motion/Declaration for Default (Child Support Modification)

In paragraph 2.6 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.6.1, and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 2.6.1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2.6.2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF DR 06.0450

Order of Default (Child Support Modification)

In paragraph 2.5, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.4.1 and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new subparagraph 2.5.1, change the header to:

    “Service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Insert the following as the new first check box below the new header:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

In new subparagraph 2.5.2, change the header to:

    “Dependent of a service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Move the check box that begins with “is not a dependent” up, so it is the first check box option.

VII.

26.10, Nonparental Custody Forms

   

In the footer of each form in this section, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

 

WPF CU 01.0450

Residential Schedule

In section “VI. Order by the Court,” delete the check box option “[ ] Does not apply.” Also, delete the check box in front of the paragraph that begins with “It is ordered….” Move the paragraphs in section VI. to the left margin.

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 304, on page 11 insert the following paragraph, centered, above the judicial officer’s signature line:

    “Before signing the final residential schedule, the court consulted the judicial information system and databases, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the children.”

 

WPF CU 01.0500

Nonparental Custody Order of Child Support

In paragraph 3.18, Alternative 3, at the end of the first sentence, insert “..because the other parent provides insurance coverage:”

Also in Alternative 3, delete the second sentence and the first check box following the second sentence: “[ ] The other parent provides insurance coverage.”

Move the check box “[ ] Other” to the left margin.

In the last paragraph that begins with “If proof,” in the second line, delete “obligee” and replace it with “the custodian or parent seeking enforcement.” In the third line, delete “obligor’s” and replace it with “employer or union of either parent or both parents.” In the fourth line, delete “obligor” and replace it with “parent.”

Regarding paragraph 3.19, Extraordinary Health Care Expenses, delete the paragraph and replace it with:

    “Unless specifically ordered otherwise, the person receiving support is responsible for ordinary health care expenses of the children. However, both parents have an obligation to pay their share of extraordinary health care expenses. Extraordinary health care expenses mean those monthly medical expenses that exceed 5% of the basic support obligation from the Child Support Schedule Worksheet, Line 5.

    The father shall pay __________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the father’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6) and the mother shall pay ___________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the mother’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6).”

On the last page, at the end of “I apply for full support enforcement services from the DSHS’ Division of Child Support, insert “(DCS).” Below that line, insert the following:

    “(Note: If you never received TANF, tribal TANF, or AFDC, an annual $25 fee applies if over $500 is disbursed on a case, unless the fee is waived by DCS.)”

 

WPF CU 02.0700

Motion and Declaration for Default (Nonparental Custody)

In paragraph 2.6 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.6.1, and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 2.6.1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2.6.2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF CU 02.0800

Order of Default (Nonparental Custody)

In paragraph 2.5, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.4.1 and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new subparagraph 2.5.1, change the header to:

    “Service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Insert the following as the new first check box below the new header:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

In new subparagraph 2.5.2, change the header to:

    “Dependent of a service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Move the check box that begins with “is not a dependent” up, so it is the first check box option.

 

WPF CU 03.0180

Law Enforcement Information Sheet

Delete this form. It is replaced by WPF All Cases 01.0400.

 

WPF CU 03.0500

Order Directing DCFS/CPS to Release Information and Order Restricting Access

On page 2, in the fist paragraph below the table, delete “Background Check” and replace it with “Investigative.”

 

WPF CU 03.0520

Cover Sheet for DCFS/CPS Background Check Investigative Information

In the form title, delete “Background Check” and replace it with “Investigative.”

In the text, delete “Background Check” and replace it with “Investigative.”

In the signature line, delete “Signature of Petitioner or Lawyer/WSBA No.” and replace it with “Signature of DCFS/CPS Representative.”

In the footer, delete “Background Check” and replace it with “Investigative Info.”

VIII.

26.26, Parentage Forms

   

In the footer of each form in this section, after the form number and before the revised date, insert “Mandatory.”

 

WPF PS 01.0400

Parenting Plan

In the footer, insert “Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 301.”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 301, in section V. Dispute Resolution, add new text to the check box option relating to mediation as follows:

    “[ ] mediation by _____________________, if this box is checked and issues of domestic violence or child abuse are present, then the court finds that the victim requested mediation, that mediation is appropriate and that the victim is permitted to have a supporting person present during the mediation proceedings, or”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 304, on page 11 insert the following paragraph, centered, above the judicial officer’s signature line:

    “Before signing the final parenting plan, the court consulted the judicial information system and databases, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the children.”

 

WPF PS 01.0450

Residential Schedule

In section “VI. Order by the Court,” delete the check box option “[ ] Does not apply.” Also, delete the check box in front of the paragraph that begins with “It is ordered….” Move the paragraphs in section VI. to the left margin.

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 304, on page 11 insert the following paragraph, centered, above the judicial officer’s signature line:

    “Before signing the final residential schedule, the court consulted the judicial information system and databases, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the children.”

 

WPF PS 01.0500

Order of Child Support

In paragraph 3.18, Alternative 3, at the end of the first sentence, insert “..because the other parent provides insurance coverage:”

Also in Alternative 3, delete the second sentence and the two check boxes following the second sentence.

In the last paragraph that begins with “If proof,” in the second line, delete “obligee” and replace it with “parent seeking enforcement.” In the third line, delete “obligor’s” and replace it with “other parent’s.” In the fourth line, delete “obligor” and replace it with “other parent.”

Regarding paragraph 3.19, Extraordinary Health Care Expenses, delete the paragraph and replace it with:

    “Unless specifically ordered otherwise, the person receiving support is responsible for ordinary health care expenses of the children. However, both parents have an obligation to pay their share of extraordinary health care expenses. Extraordinary health care expenses mean those monthly medical expenses that exceed 5% of the basic support obligation from the Child Support Schedule Worksheet, Line 5.

    The father shall pay __________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the father’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6) and the mother shall pay ___________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the mother’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6).”

On the last page, at the end of “I apply for full support enforcement services from the DSHS’ Division of Child Support, insert “(DCS).” Below that line, insert the following:

    “(Note: If you never received TANF, tribal TANF, or AFDC, an annual $25 fee applies if over $500 is disbursed on a case, unless the fee is waived by DCS.)”

 

WPF PS 03.0100

Motion and Declaration for Default

In paragraph 2.6 Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.6.1, and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new paragraph 2.6.1, insert “A. Service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – service member.”

Insert the following as the first check box option:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Followed by these two new check box options:

[ ] Other factual basis:

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

In new paragraph 2.6.2, insert “A. Dependent of a service member status” at the beginning of the line. Within the brackets, delete “ – dependent of service member.”

Move the following check box option from second to first position:

    [ ] is not a dependent of a resident of Washington who is on active duty and is a National Guard member or a Reservist.

Delete “based upon the following facts:” and replace it with:

    “B. Factual basis:”

Move up the check box option beginning with “[ ] The nonmoving party failed…” so the check box option is a space below the new heading “B.”

Right below the check box beginning with “[ ] the nonmoving party failed…” insert the following new check box option:

    “[ ] Other factual basis:”

Insert a “C.” in front of “[ ] As indicated above…..”

 

WPF PS 03.0200

Order of Default

In paragraph 2.5, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act Statement, delete subparagraph 2.4.1 and renumber the remaining paragraphs.

In new subparagraph 2.5.1, change the header to:

    “Service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Insert the following as the new first check box below the new header:

    “[ ] is not a service member.”

In new subparagraph 2.5.2, change the header to:

    “Dependent of a service member status --- It appears the nonmoving party:”

Move the check box that begins with “is not a dependent” up, so it is the first check box option.

 

WPF PS 04.0120

Declaration in Support of Proposed Temporary Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule

In the form caption and footer, change the code “(DCLR)” to “(DCLSPP).”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496, §§ 603 and 604:

On page 1, in the first sentence in parentheses, after “child” insert “and use additional pages,”.

Insert the following new line:

    “Complete this declaration with current information. You may also include past information related to the proposed temporary residential schedule.”

In paragraph 1, delete “during the past 12 months.”

In paragraph 2(a), delete “during the past 12 months” and replace it with “(RCW 26.09.004(3).”

In paragraph 2(b), delete “for the past 12 months.”

Delete paragraph “2(c).”

In paragraph 3(a), delete “during the past 12 months” and replace it with “(RCW 26.09.004(3).”

In paragraph 3(b), delete “for the past 12 months.”

Delete paragraph “3(c).”

In paragraph 4, delete section “(a)” and “(b)” and replace it with “The child’s schedule including child care, school and other activities:”

In paragraph 5, at the beginning of the sentence, delete “Any” and replace it with “Information regarding.” At the end of the sentence, delete:

    “…permanent parenting plan are set forth in Part II of my proposed temporary parenting plan.”

And replace it with:

    “…permanent residential schedule:”

In paragraph 6, after “Other” insert “information for the court to consider:”

 

WPF PS 04.0180

Law Enforcement Information Sheet

Delete this form. It is replaced by WPF All Cases 01.0400.

 

WPF PS 15.0600

Parenting Plan

In the footer, insert “Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 301.”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 301, in section V. Dispute Resolution, add new text to the check box option relating to mediation as follows:

    “[ ] mediation by _____________________, if this box is checked and issues of domestic violence or child abuse are present, then the court finds that the victim requested mediation, that mediation is appropriate and that the victim is permitted to have a supporting person present during the mediation proceedings, or”

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 304, on page 11 insert the following paragraph, centered, above the judicial officer’s signature line:

    “Before signing the final parenting plan, the court consulted the judicial information system and databases, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the children.”

 

WPF PS 15.0650

Residential Schedule

In section “VI. Order by the Court,” delete the check box option “[ ] Does not apply.” Also, delete the check box in front of the paragraph that begins with “It is ordered….” Move the paragraphs in section VI. to the left margin.

To implement Laws of 2007, ch. 496 § 304, on page 11 insert the following paragraph, centered, above the judicial officer’s signature line:

    “Before signing the final residential schedule, the court consulted the judicial information system and databases, if available, to determine the existence of any information and proceedings that are relevant to the placement of the children.”

 

WPF PS 15.0700

Order of Child Support

In paragraph 3.18, Alternative 3, at the end of the first sentence, insert “…because the other parent provides insurance coverage:”

Also in Alternative 3, delete the second sentence and the two check boxes following the second sentence.

In the last paragraph that begins with “If proof,” in the second line, delete “obligee” and replace it with “parent seeking enforcement.” In the third line, delete “obligor’s” and replace it with “other parent’s.” In the fourth line, delete “obligor” and replace it with “other parent.”

Regarding paragraph 3.19, Extraordinary Health Care Expenses, delete the paragraph and replace it with:

    “Unless specifically ordered otherwise, the person receiving support is responsible for ordinary health care expenses of the children. However, both parents have an obligation to pay their share of extraordinary health care expenses. Extraordinary health care expenses mean those monthly medical expenses that exceed 5% of the basic support obligation from the Child Support Schedule Worksheet, Line 5.

    The father shall pay __________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the father’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6) and the mother shall pay ___________% of extraordinary health care expenses (unless stated otherwise, the mother’s proportional share of income from the Worksheet, line 6).”

On the last page, at the end of “I apply for full support enforcement services from the DSHS’ Division of Child Support, insert “(DCS).” Below that line, insert the following:

    “(Note: If you never received TANF, tribal TANF, or AFDC, an annual $25 fee applies if over $500 is disbursed on a case, unless the fee is waived by DCS.)”

 

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