Summons (Uniform Parentage—Petition for Custody and Support) (incl. Spanish)
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2015
This form is a notice that a court case has started regarding parentage, custody, and support. It tells the person being sued that they have 30 days to file a response with the court.
The court describes it as: Tells the other parent of the child that a court case has started and what will happen if the other parent's response is not filed in 30 days.
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used to officially notify one parent that a court case has been started by the other parent concerning the child's custody and support.
Usually filed by the person starting the case.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- What does this form tell me?
- It tells you that you have been sued in a court case about parentage, custody, and support. It also includes a standard restraining order notice.
- How long do I have to respond?
- You have 30 calendar days after being served with this Summons and Petition to file a Response.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2015.
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