Order about Modifying Petition (family matters)
Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2024
This form is an official court order used to change or update the main paperwork in a family case. It records what the judge decides about a request to change the original petition.
Where this fits in a case
After judgmentStage: After judgment
This form is used when a party files a motion or stipulation asking the court to change the existing petition in a family law case.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is an order that is filled out and signed by the Judge or Magistrate. It is for the court to use.
- What does this form do?
- It records the judge's decision on a request to change the original petition in the case. It also tells the court clerk how to update the case record.
- Is a filing fee needed?
- The text does not mention any filing fees for this order.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2024.
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