Introduction to representing yourself in Pennsylvania. Each of the documents listed below inculde a blank form and the instructions to fill out that form.This purpose of this packet is to provide you with the information and documents you may need to start or respond to child custody actions. Everything you need to write a declaration letter to the judge in your custody case: an example, a downloadable template, an outline and tips. Fill in the names of the plaintiff and defendant in the heading of the complaint. Box 1: Print the county in which you are filing your petition. See "Where do I. File?" in the Introduction for more information about what county you. Jurisdiction – Your child must have lived in the county for at least 6 months before the court in that county will. Ask your local court for and fill out an IFP Petition. Complete this form if you are a noncustodial parent (NCP) that would like to request establishment of a court order for the support of your child(ren).