FL-575 is a California family court form used when someone receives notice that an out-of-state or foreign support order has been registered in California and wants to challenge that registration. When a support order from another state or country is filed in California for enforcement, the receiving party has the right to request a court hearing if they believe the order is incorrect, invalid, or should not be enforced. Filing FL-575 formally notifies the court that you dispute the registration and want a judge to review the issues.

This form is most often used when a parent believes the registered support order contains errors, was obtained improperly, has already been paid, or is no longer enforceable due to legal or factual changes. It allows you to list the specific reasons for contesting the registration, such as mistaken identity, lack of proper notice in the original case, incorrect arrears amounts, or claims that the order has been vacated or modified in another jurisdiction. FL-575 ensures your objections are clearly presented and properly entered into the court record.

By submitting FL-575, you are asking the court to schedule a hearing where both sides can present their evidence. The form also gives you space to attach documents that support your objections, including payment records, court orders from other jurisdictions, correspondence, or any proof that the registered order is inaccurate. Because hearings involving interstate or international support orders follow strict legal rules, it is crucial that the information on the form is complete, accurate, and supported by documentation whenever possible.

Once the form is filed, the court will set a hearing date and notify the appropriate parties. At the hearing, the judge will consider your objections and decide whether the registered order should be confirmed, corrected, or rejected. If you do not file FL-575 by the deadline provided in the registration notice, the order will typically be confirmed automatically and become fully enforceable in California.

Overall, FL-575 is an important tool for protecting your rights when a support order from another jurisdiction has been registered in California. It allows you to formally dispute errors, present evidence, and have a judge review the validity of the registration before enforcement actions can begin. When completed thoroughly and filed on time, this form ensures the court hears your side before making a final decision.