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The document is a legal form titled 'Answer to Complaint for Custody' used in the Superior Court of Alaska. It allows a defendant to respond to a plaintiff's custody complaint by agreeing or disagreeing with various statements regarding parent and child information, court jurisdiction, custody orders, marital history, legal and physical custody requests, visitation schedules, child support, and Permanent Fund Dividends. The form requires the defendant to provide their signature and contact information while also certifying service of the answer to the plaintiff.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the DR-450 Answer to Complaint for Custody in the editor.
Begin with the Parent Information section. Indicate whether you agree or disagree with the information provided in the complaint. If you disagree, clearly state what changes need to be made.
Move on to the Children Information section. Confirm your agreement regarding parentage and provide reasons if you disagree. Ensure all details align with paragraph 2 of the complaint.
In the Court Jurisdiction section, select whether you agree or disagree that the court has jurisdiction over custody matters, referencing your Child Custody Jurisdiction Affidavit (form DR-150).
Proceed through sections addressing Other Custody Orders, Marital History, Legal Custody, Physical Custody, and Visitation. For each section, indicate your agreement or disagreement and provide necessary explanations.
Complete the Child Support section by answering questions about support continuation and enforcement assistance. Attach any required forms as indicated.
Finally, fill out your personal information at the end of the form and ensure you sign it before submitting.

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To modify your parenting plan, you must prove a material change in circumstances. This could be due to living situations, employment, health, or safety concerns. Its important to work with an experienced child custody lawyer who can help you navigate the legal system and present a strong case.

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Youll specify which parts of the petition you agree with, which parts you disagree with and which you dont know about. Your answer can address errors like incorrect dates and locations, plus whether you agree with what the petitioner is asking for (e.g., the type of custody).

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