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Michigan Form FOC 89: Order Regarding Custody and Parenting Time
What this form does, who files it, what it costs, and how to avoid the errors that get Michigan filings rejected.
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Quick Answer
What is Michigan form FOC 89?
Form FOC 89 is the Michigan order that sets legal custody, physical custody, and the parenting-time schedule. It is entered after a hearing or on the parents' written agreement.
Who files it
Either parent, or a third party with standing, in a circuit court family case.
Where it goes
The circuit court clerk in the county where the family case is filed; a copy goes to the Friend of the Court.
Filing fee
No separate fee when entered in an existing case; a motion fee applies if you are filing a motion to change custody.
What you need before you start
- The existing case number and parties
- The custody arrangement both parents agree to, or the judge's ruling
- A specific parenting-time schedule, including holidays and exchanges
How to complete and file form FOC 89
- 1
Complete the custody and parenting-time sections in plain, specific terms.
- 2
Have both parents sign if the order is by consent.
- 3
Submit to the judge for signature.
- 4
File the signed order and serve the other party; the Friend of the Court gets a copy.
Mistakes that get FOC 89 rejected
- Writing a schedule so vague that it cannot be enforced ("reasonable parenting time")
- Leaving holiday and summer schedules blank
- Forgetting the order must be signed by the judge to take effect