Application And Affidavit For Default In Family Court Cases {DRD61f}

DRD61f - APPLICATION AND AFFIDAVIT FOR ENTRY OF DEFAULT IN FAMILY CASES. This form is used in the Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County by a petitioner to formally request a default judgment against the respondent in a family law case. This form is filed when the respondent has failed to file an Answer or Response within the time allowed under the Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure. By completing this form, the petitioner affirms under oath that proper service was made, that the respondent has not responded, and that no known legal defense has been filed. The petitioner must also provide details about any known address for the respondent, the method of service, any known attorneys involved, and whether the respondent is in active military service, which is relevant under the Service Members Civil Relief Act. Additionally, the petitioner must mail a copy of the application to the respondent and any attorneys or other parties who have appeared in the case. If spousal maintenance is requested, the petitioner must also attach the appropriate worksheets and financial forms. Filing this document initiates a 10-day countdown (excluding weekends and holidays) during which the respondent still has the opportunity to respond. If no response is filed, the petitioner may proceed to request a default judgment, either through a default hearing or, if eligible, by submitting additional paperwork for a default decree without a hearing. www.FormsWorkflow.com