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JDF 559

(a) Relative Information (Dependency & Neglect)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective April 1, 2026

This form asks parents to provide information about relatives, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and siblings, who might be considered for the care of a child. It also includes an advisory notice from the court regarding the process.

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used in dependency and neglect cases, particularly around a temporary custody hearing. It requires parents to list and comment on potential relatives who could be considered for the child's placement.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who must fill out this form?
Each parent who is a party in the case must complete a separate Affidavit using this form.
When must this form be filed?
The Affidavit must be filed with the Court within seven days after the Temporary Custody/Shelter Hearing or at the next scheduled hearing, whichever comes first.
What is the purpose of the information provided?
The information helps the court consider appropriate relatives if the child cannot safely return to the home of their parents.

Revision history

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

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