SEE G.L. c.209C

The following must be filed with this complaint:

A copy of the child's birth certificate

Affidavit of Care and Custody

(form available at the courthouse)

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Please Note: You must file a separate complaint for each child.

As of July 1, 2009 there is a filing fee of 100 plus surcharge (15) except in cases filed by the IV-D agency.

Service of complaint on defendant is to be made in accordance with

Massachusetts Rules of Domestic Relations Procedure Rule 4

Financial Statements

SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 401

Short form | instructions

or

Long form | instructions

Child Support Guidelines Worksheet  form | instructions

if support for child is requested.

Attorneys are required to file Uniform Counsel Certification

form | instructions

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