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Can I get my maiden name back long after divorce?

By Glenn County Superior Court staff

Question: Years ago, I finished my divorce. I didn't change my name because I wanted to have the same last name as my children. They are grown up now, and I want to take my maiden name back. Since I didn't do it at the time we divorced, which was fin... Full story

How do I go about filing for divorce?

By Glenn County Superior Court staff

Question: What steps would I need to take to file for a divorce? --Kim, Willows. Answer: Every dissolution of marriage starts with a petition. The petitioner is the person who first files papers and gets the case started. The respondent is the other... Full story

What is a declaration for child custody?

By Glenn County Superior Court staff

Question: Dear Court: I was told that I need to write a declaration and turn it in with my paperwork to get custody of my kids. What is a declaration and what does the court look for? Does it have to be typed? How long does it have to be? --Samantha,... Full story

Can I get lower child support payments?

By Glenn County Superior Court staff

Question: I have been paying my child support for three years but just lost my job. Is there any way that I can get my payments lowered? How do I do it? --Anonymous, Willows. Answer: Generally speaking, yes. You can modify (adjust) your child suppor... Full story

What's a judge's role in our society?

By Glenn County Superior Court staff

Welcome to the first installment of the bi-monthly "Ask the Court" column. This column is designed to provide the public with answers to their general questions regarding judicial proceedings and the court system. For many, the courts are a vast m... Full story

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