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JDF 1032

Summons (Custody)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective June 1, 2025

This form is a Summons used in a family court case to officially notify a person (the Respondent) that they are involved in a legal matter. It informs the person that they must file a written response to a Petition and lists immediate orders they must follow.

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Where this fits in a case

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Stage: Start a case

This form is given to a person who is being sued or involved in a family legal matter, such as custody issues. It tells the person what their next steps are and what rules they must follow right away.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Are there any rules I must follow right away?
Yes, the summons lists automatic court orders that you must obey as soon as you receive it. These include not disturbing the peace of the other parent and not taking the children out of state without permission.
Who fills out this form?
The form is issued by the court, and it is signed by the Court Clerk or the Petitioner’s Attorney.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2025.

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