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Form FL-400 Order for Child Support Security Deposit and Evidence of Deposit - California
What Is Form FL-400?
This is a legal form that was released by the California Superior Court - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form FL-400?
A: Form FL-400 is an Order for Child Support Security Deposit and Evidence of Deposit in California.
Q: What is the purpose of Form FL-400?
A: The purpose of Form FL-400 is to request a security deposit for child support payments and provide evidence of the deposit.
Q: Who needs to file Form FL-400?
A: Form FL-400 should be filed by the party requesting child support payments.
Q: What information is required on Form FL-400?
A: Form FL-400 requires information about the requesting party, the amount of child support requested, and details about the security deposit.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing Form FL-400?
A: There may be filing fees associated with Form FL-400. The amount varies depending on the county.
Q: What should I do after completing Form FL-400?
A: After completing Form FL-400, you should file it with the court and serve a copy on the other party involved in the child support case.
Q: Is legal representation required to file Form FL-400?
A: Legal representation is not required to file Form FL-400, but it may be beneficial to consult with an attorney for guidance.
Q: What happens after Form FL-400 is filed?
A: After Form FL-400 is filed, the court will review the request and may issue an order for the child support security deposit.
Q: What is the purpose of the child support security deposit?
A: The child support security deposit is meant to ensure that child support payments are made on time and in full.
Q: What if the other party fails to pay child support as ordered?
A: If the other party fails to pay child support as ordered, the security deposit can be used to cover the unpaid support.
Q: Can the parties agree on an alternative to a security deposit?
A: Yes, the parties can agree on an alternative arrangement instead of a security deposit, but it would need court approval.
Form Details:
- Released on January 1, 2003;
- The latest edition provided by the California Superior Court;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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