Modification Order

A Modification Order is a legal document issued by a court that changes the terms of a previously issued court order, such as a divorce decree, child custody order, or support order. Modifications can be requested by either party when there has been a substantial change in circumstances that warrants a change in the original order. For example, if a parent’s income significantly increases or decreases, they may request a modification of their child support obligation. To obtain a modification order, a petition must be filed with the court, along with evidence of the changed circumstances. The court will then hold a hearing to determine whether a modification is appropriate, and if so, what the new terms of the order should be.