Child Custody/Visitation and/or Support Video

Highlights of Video

• Detailed instructions given explaining process of obtaining custody/visitation
• Type or print clearly
• Include case number on all documents
• Fill in all blanks completely
• Make sure forms are notarized
• Make three copies
• File forms with the Clerk of Courts
• Issue service of complaint and service
• Confirm and file proof of service
• Attend Parent Education classes
• Attend Mediation Orientation
• Participate in Mediation
• Subpoena witnesses
• Bring proof of expenses
• Dress appropriately for court

Corrections to Video

• Filing fee for child custody/visitation and/or support is $90
• Mecklenburg County Bar (704-375-0120) has a referral service that charges $50 for a 30-minute consultation
• Clerk of Court Address (New)
  832 E. Fourth Street
  Charlotte, NC 28202
  Rm. 3725
  
• Self Serve Center Addesss (New)
  832 E. Fourth Street
  Charlotte, NC 28202
  Rm. 3350
  
• Family Court Administration Address (New)
  832 E. Fourth Street
  Charlotte, NC 28202
  Rm. 3520
  
• Mecklenburg County Bar Lawyer Referral Service
  438 Queens Road
  Charlotte, NC 28207

24-minute Video of Child Custody