How do I change my custody order or file for custody?
- If you already have a custody order, and would like to request to change it, attach a copy of your current custody order. You can obtain a copy of your current custody order at the Department of Court Records. For instructions on accessing your case documents with the Department of Court Records visit this page
- Download and complete the following documents found in the forms section of this site:
Take your completed forms to:
Allegheny County Department of Court Records (DCR)
City County Building, First Floor
414 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
There are fees associated with filing a custody action. The fee schedule is available at the Department of Court Records. All filing fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.
- If you are unable to pay the filing fee, please contact 412-350-5600 to schedule an appointment for your assessment.
- Under certain, limited circumstances, the Court may waive your filing fee. Waivers are generally granted for litigants who are receiving cash benefits or SSI from the Department of Public Welfare (DPW) and have no other source of income. If you and/or an adult member of your household are earning income, you must demonstrate to the Court that you are indigent by providing paystubs and tax returns for yourself and every adult member of your household.