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Dutchess County, New York Family Court
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Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Dutchess County, New York:
- Where to file for child custody in Dutchess County
- How to find or contact the Dutchess County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Dutchess County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Dutchess County, New York
In Dutchess County, child custody is handled by the Dutchess County 9th Judicial District Court
NAME OF COURT
Dutchess County 9th Judicial District Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
9th Judicial District Court
50 Market Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
http://ww2.nycourts.gov/ip/childrenscenter/centers_a.shtml#DUTCHESS
Dutchess County Child Custody Forms & Fees
New York Child Custody Forms Used in Dutchess County
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Dutchess County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
Get Help With New York Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Dutchess County Family Court Self-Help Materials
New York Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Dutchess County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
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