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Second, the minimum basic support amounts were changed so that now, minimum amounts start at $50 for one child, with $10 increases for each additional child up to six children. In the case that a non-primary custodian has over six children, the judge will exercise discretion in setting a minimum basic support amount.

In order to modify a custody label, you need to show the court that there has been a substantial change in circumstances, the current custody arrangement is endangering your child, and the modification is in your child's best interest.

Either the custodial or the non-custodial parent may file a petition in court for the modification of a child custody order. They just need to file the necessary paperwork (explained further below). The party who files the petition has to prove it is necessary to change the order.

The requirements for a custody modification are governed by Minnesota Statues section 518.18. In general, a motion to modify custody cannot be submitted to the court unless it has been at least one year since the original divorce or legal separation order was entered and the custody order went into effect.

Fill out the Notice of Motion and Motion for Change of Custody form. This form tells the court and the other party that you wish to change custody of the children and the date and time of the hearing.

There is no set age in Minnesota when a child chooses to not see a parent. Parenting time is determined by the best interests of a child which is measured by twelve separate factors. One of the twelve factors is the reasonable preference of a child depending upon his or her age and maturity.