In addition all forms must be typed or handwritten in block letters to insure legibility. To get a change of venue in a California family law case, you must file a motion for change of venue with the court where your case is currently filed.When people who are in removal proceedings need to change the location of their Court from one city to another they need to file a motion to change venue. An application for a change of venue must be filed at least 10 days before the date set for trial. You just do a Request for Order (FL300) and request a change of venue. Attach a declaration with the facts of the move and your ex being out of the State. The Petition and Order to Change Venue is a State Court Administrative Office form. A motion is a formal request, made in writing, asking the court for a specific action. The written motion must be filed with the Oakland County Clerk's Office. Your Motion to Change Venue package should include: 1.