Downloadable template and sample letter to a judge. Below, find a fill-in-the-blank template, as well a detailed example of a declaration letter.The character reference letter for court serves the purpose of offering the Judge insights into the Defendant's moral or mental attributes. Cases involving child custody can be filed two ways: jointly or separately. If you and the other parent agree on everything, you can file a joint petition. The Minnesota Courts have forms that can help if you are requesting child custody and parenting time. There are also forms for changing an existing order. Stipulation and Order for Custody, Parenting Time and Child Support. The forms listed below are for use only in the Tenth District. Your DOPA, no matter what format you use, has to be signed and notarized, for it to be valid.