Appearance, Stipulations, and Waivers
Filed when both parties agree to proceed — allows a spouse to appear in the case without being formally served.
What this form does
FL-130 is used in uncontested divorces where the respondent agrees to participate voluntarily. Instead of formal personal service, the respondent signs FL-130 agreeing to appear in the case. It can also be used to waive certain procedural steps when both parties agree. It signals to the court that the case is cooperative.
Who needs to file it
Both parties in an uncontested dissolution.
When to file it
Filed when the respondent agrees to participate without formal service, or when both parties agree to waive certain steps.
What happens after you file
The case proceeds cooperatively without the adversarial service process.
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