Who fills out this form?

The form is an order entered by the court, which means the judge signs it after hearing or agreement from the parties. The form also has sections for the plaintiff and defendant to sign if they agree.

Does this form cover all types of payments?

The form specifies that it deals with spousal support paid through the Michigan State Disbursement Unit, and it also has a section for payments made directly to a third party.

What happens if I change my address or job?

Both parties must write to the friend of the court within 21 days of any change in their address, income source, or other listed information.

FOC 10bMandatory

Uniform Spousal Support Order

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective July 1, 2022

This form creates or changes an official court order about spousal support payments. It sets out how much support is paid, when it starts, and when it might end.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 552.13, MCR 3.211

Open the official PDFfrom Michigan State Court Administrative Office

Where this fits in a case

Judgment

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Stage: Judgment

This form is used when the court needs to officially document or change the amount and terms of spousal support payments between two people.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?: The form is an order entered by the court, which means the judge signs it after hearing or agreement from the parties. The form also has sections for the plaintiff and defendant to sign if they agree.
Does this form cover all types of payments?: The form specifies that it deals with spousal support paid through the Michigan State Disbursement Unit, and it also has a section for payments made directly to a third party.
What happens if I change my address or job?: Both parties must write to the friend of the court within 21 days of any change in their address, income source, or other listed information.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2022.