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FOC 87Mandatory

Motion Regarding Custody

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective June 1, 2018

This form is used to ask the court to set or change custody arrangements for a child. It asks the person filing the form to explain why the change is needed and what the person wants the court to order.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 722.21 et seq., MCR 2.119, MCR 3.213

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when a person needs to ask the court to establish or change custody orders for a child.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is filled out by the moving party, which is the person filing the motion with the court.
What must be attached to this form?
The form requires attaching documents explaining the facts, the best interest factors, and what the filer wants the court to order.
What happens if I receive this motion?
The form notes that if you are the person receiving this motion, you may file a response using form FOC 88.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2018.

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