Petition Or Motion To Modify Custody Or Visitation {DR-7}

CC-DR-007 - PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY / VISITATION (CHILD ACCESS) (Md. Code, Family Law Art., § 1-201). This form is used in the Maryland Circuit Court by a party who wants to request a change to an existing court order regarding custody or visitation of a minor child. It is appropriate for individuals such as parents, guardians, or other relatives who have a legal interest in the child’s custody or visitation arrangements. The petitioner must provide information about the existing custody or visitation order, explain how circumstances have changed since that order was issued, and state why the current order is no longer in the best interest of the child. The form also requires disclosure of any related or prior legal proceedings involving the petitioner, the child(ren), or the other parties. If child support is also being requested for modification, the appropriate financial statement must be attached based on the parents' income. This form allows the court to consider altering custody, visitation schedules, or related arrangements in light of new developments affecting the welfare of the child. www.FormsWorkflow.com