Fl 356 2026

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The document FL-356 is a request for special immigrant juvenile findings in family law, outlining the petitioner's request for the court to make specific findings regarding child custody under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). It details the child's nationality, parents, and previous custody orders, while asserting that reunification with one or both parents is not viable due to factors such as abuse or neglect. The petitioner seeks legal custody arrangements and emphasizes that returning the child to their country of origin is not in the child's best interest.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open FL-356 in the editor.
Begin by filling in the 'Petitioner' and 'Respondent' sections with the appropriate names. Ensure that you also include the case number for reference.
In section 1, indicate your role as either the petitioner or respondent. This helps clarify your position in the case.
Proceed to section 2, confirming that the court has jurisdiction under UCCJEA. Attach any necessary declarations if not already filed.
Complete section 3 by providing the child's name, nationality, and date of birth. This information is crucial for identification purposes.
In section 9, specify who currently has custody of the child and check all applicable reasons in section 10 regarding why reunification is not viable.
Finally, review all entries for accuracy before signing and dating at the bottom of the form. Attach any additional documents as needed.

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What is FL 340?

Findings and Order After Hearing (FL-340) This is used as the first page to list the decisions (orders) that a court made after a hearing. The orders are generally attached to this page.

What forms do I need to file for divorce in California?

Forms to start a divorce or separation Form NameForm Number Petition Marriage/Domestic Partnership FL-100 Summons (Family Law) FL-110 Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) FL-105 Proof of Service of Summons (Family Law Uniform Parentage Custody and Support) FL-1153 more rows

Can I be served through the mail in California?

Service by certified mail (small claims only) In small claims cases, you may be able to have the court clerk serve your papers by certified mail. Keep in mind that only the court clerk is allowed to serve this way. Not all courts provide this service, but if your court does, there is a fee of $15.

What is proof of service mail in California?

Tells the court that you had the other party served legal papers by mail. Lists the papers that were served and tells when and where the papers were served, as well as who served them.

What is the FL 220 form?

Response to Petition to Determine Parental Relationship (Uniform Parentage) (FL-220) Tell the court and your spouse or domestic partner that you are responding to the summons and petition and describe the orders that you want the court to make in the case. Get form FL-220.