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JDF 1034

Return of Service (Custody)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective January 1, 2026

This form is used to prove to the court that certain legal papers were officially given to the other person involved in a custody case. It requires the person who delivered the papers to fill out details about who was served, when, and how the service happened.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used after someone has been officially served with legal documents in a custody case. The person who delivers the papers fills out this form to show the court that the service was completed.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The person who acts as the process server fills out this form. It is not filled out by the people involved in the case.
What does this form prove?
This form proves to the court that specific documents, like the Summons or Petition, were delivered to the Respondent.
Are there fees involved?
The form includes a section where the person serving the papers can list any fees they charged, such as a base fee or mileage.

Revision history

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

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