California Form FL-301, the Notice of Motion, is a required family law court document that formally notifies the court and the opposing party of a pending motion. When filed, it sets the hearing date, time, and courtroom location. This two-page form covers a wide range of family law matters, including requests to modify child custody arrangements, adjust visitation schedules, change child support orders, update spousal support amounts, and determine attorney fees and costs.
Filers must attach supporting documentation based on the type of motion. Financial matters require an Income and Expense Declaration (FL-150) and may also need a Property Declaration or Financial Statement. When child custody or visitation is in dispute, Family Code Section 3170 requires both parties to complete mediation through mandatory court custody services before the hearing. Deadlines are strict: the responding party must file a responsive declaration before the scheduled court date. Failure to provide required financial documents can significantly affect the court's child support calculation. The form also includes a Proof of Service by Mail section, confirming all documents were properly served on the opposing party.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | California Form Fl 301 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | MC-410, california legal form fl 301, FL-160, FL-155 |
| Form Type | Notice of Motion |
| Jurisdiction | California Superior Court |
| Used For | Child custody, visitation, support, and attorney fee requests |