In Missouri, the Cafc370 form plays a crucial role in providing a legal framework for addressing paternity judgments in uncontested cases. Designed exclusively for use in the Circuit Court of Missouri, this document outlines a comprehensive approach to resolving paternity issues, including identifying the parents of the minor child or children involved and detailing the appearances of each party. Importantly, it considers whether the defendant is on active duty, acknowledging the protections offered under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. The form also encompasses decisions related to child custody and support, explicitly stating the court's jurisdiction over these matters according to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act and addressing financial obligations towards child support and necessary reimbursements, including attorney and Guardian ad Litem fees. Additionally, it mandates actions by the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records concerning the alteration of birth records to accurately reflect paternity and, if applicable, changes to the child's name. The document further covers court costs and the procedures following a hearing, whether presided over by a commissioner or a judge, and includes provisions for the waiver of rights to a rehearing. The Cafc370 form concludes with logistical details to ensure all relevant parties receive a certified copy of the judgment, ensuring transparency and accountability in the paternity judgment process.
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Form Name | Form Cafc370 |
Form Length | 3 pages |
Fillable? | No |
Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 45 sec |
Other names | Rehearing, undersigned, hereinafter, MISSOURI |
Approved for Use in Uncontested Cases Only |
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF _________________________, MISSOURI |
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Case No. ____________ |
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Paternity Judgment
Parties
1.As used herein, “Mother” refers to ____________________________________ and “Father” refers to
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2.Appearances (Check all that apply)
Defendant(s) remains in default as to the pleadings.
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Third Party _____________ |
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Additional Appearances:
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3.The last four digits of Mother’s Social Security Number are ___________ and the last four digits of Father’s Social Security Number are ___________.
4. Defendant(s) is/are not on active duty in the armed services of the United States now or any time since the filing of the petition herein.
Defendant ____________________________________ is on active duty in the armed services of the United States, but has waived his or her rights pursuant to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act of 2003.
Children
5. This judgment pertains to the following child(ren) hereinafter referred to as “minor child(ren):”
Name of Child
Birth Date
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Paternity
6. The court finds that ____________________________________ is the father of the minor child(ren).
The court finds that ____________________________________ is/are NOT the father of the minor child(ren) and all his child support arrears are extinguished.
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Child Custody
7. The court does NOT have “jurisdiction” (as defined in the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, §452.700, RSMo et seq.) over the custody arrangements of the minor child(ren) and therefore enters no further orders with respect to the custodial arrangements of the minor child(ren).
The court has “jurisdiction” (as defined in the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, §452.700, RSMo et seq.) over the custody arrangements of the minor child(ren).
The court approves the provisions of Part A of the parenting plan marked exhibit _________
pertaining to the custodial arrangements of the minor child(ren) and finds that the custodial arrangements contained in said parenting plan are in the best interests of the minor child(ren). Therefore, the court orders the provisions of Part A of the said parenting plan pertaining to
the custodial arrangements of the minor child(ren) and incorporates by reference all of the terms and conditions pertaining to the custodial arrangements of the minor child(ren) set forth in Part A of said parenting plan as if fully set forth herein.
The sheriff or other law enforcement officers shall enforce the rights of any person to custody or visitation pursuant to §452.425, RSMo.
Child Support
8. The court does not have jurisdiction to enter any orders with respect to the support of the minor child(ren).
The court orders the provisions of Part B of the parenting plan marked exhibit _________ , pertaining to the support of the minor child(ren) and incorporates by reference all of the terms and conditions set forth in Part B of said parenting plan as if fully set forth herein.
9.____________________________________ is to pay to ____________________________________ the sum of _________________ as and for reimbursement of necessary child support.
10. The State of Missouri has provided public assistance under the TANF program for the minor child(ren) herein. The total amount due as authorized by law and the guidelines is
_____________ and judgment is entered against _____________________ and in favor of the State of Missouri for said amount.
Attorney’s Fees
11. _____________________ shall pay to _____________________ the sum of _____________
as and for attorney’s fees herein.
12. Mother shall pay to _____________________ the sum of _____________ as and for Guardian
ad Litem fees in addition to the sum of _____________ previously ordered.
Father shall pay to _____________________ the sum of _____________ as and for Guardian
ad Litem fees in addition to the sum of _____________ previously ordered.
Other Orders
13. The child(ren) named above was/were born in the State of Missouri and the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records shall amend the birth record of the minor child(ren) pursuant to §210.481 and §210.849, RSMo to reflect that Father is the biological father of the minor child(ren) as stated above and to remove any biographical information of any father currently listed on the birth record(s). A certified copy of this judgment shall be sent to the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records.
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14. The Bureau of Vital Records shall change the name on the birth record(s) of the minor child(ren) as follows:
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15. Other orders are as per the attached Exhibit Number___________, which is incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein.
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Court Costs
16. Court costs are to be paid from the court cost deposit(s) previously posted. Court costs are waived.
Waiver of Right to Rehearing (If case is heard by a Commissioner pursuant to §487.010, RSMo et. seq.)
We, the undersigned parties, do hereby acknowledge receipt of the findings and recommendations of the commissioner, and waive the right to file a motion for rehearing in this case.
(If heard by a Family Court Judge)
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JudgeDate
(If heard by a Family Court Commissioner)
Findings and Recommendations of Commissioner:
__________________________ ___________
CommissionerDate
All orders and these findings and recommendations of the Commissioner are confirmed and adopted as the judgment of the court.
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JudgeDate
A certified copy of this judgment is to be mailed to the following person(s): (Check all applicable boxes)
Plaintiff’s Attorney
Defendant’s Attorney
Guardian ad Litem
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