Responsive Declaration to Request for Order – Custody/Visitation (California)

This responsive declaration template helps a parent formally respond to a Request for Order (FL-300) involving custody or visitation. Written in a structured and respectful tone, it allows the responding party to state objections, propose alternative arrangements, and explain why their position serves the best interest of the child(ren).

Professionally formatted in California-compliant pleading paper style with 28 numbered lines, this document is ideal for filing in Superior Court alongside an FL-320 or other family law response forms.

Includes:

• Proper court caption and pleading format

• Narrative sections to explain your position clearly

• Space to propose alternative custody/visitation orders

• Best interest of the child statement

• Penalty of perjury declaration and signature block

• Delivered in Microsoft Word (.docx) for easy editing

Perfect for parents representing themselves or assisting an attorney with family law filings.