Post-Decree Modifications in Coshocton County

Reviewed by Stephanie Green · Managing Partner & Co-Founder · Last updated June 5, 2026

Coshocton County, Ohio · Coshocton

After a divorce or dissolution is final, either party can return to court to change orders about minor children — the court keeps continuing jurisdiction. In Coshocton County, married/divorced parents file $100 Domestic Relations motions, while never-married parents use the Juvenile Court's modification tabs. Spousal support can be changed only if the original decree retained jurisdiction.

How do I modify custody, parenting time, or support in Coshocton County, Ohio?

For a divorce or dissolution order, file the Coshocton County Domestic Relations motion that fits — Change of Parenting Time, Change of Parental Rights & Responsibilities (Custody), or Change of Child Support — each with a $100 filing fee. For a Juvenile Court order (never-married parents), use Tab 7 (custody & parenting time), Tab 8 (parenting time only), Tab 9 (agreed change), or Tab 17 (child support). Child support can be modified for a change in circumstances or reviewed by CSEA after 36 months; custody and parenting-time changes require a change in circumstances and the child's best interest. Spousal support is modifiable only if the decree retained jurisdiction.

Ohio Custody by the Numbers

Best interest The single standard that governs every Ohio custody decision Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3109.04
No set age There is no age a child can choose a parent — the judge weighs a mature child's wishes Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3109.04(B)
Change in circumstances Required, plus a best-interest finding, before the residential parent can be changed Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3109.04(E)(1)
Shared parenting Either parent may ask the court for a joint parenting plan Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3109.04(G)

Compare Types of Custody in Ohio

Custody type	Who makes major decisions	Where the child lives	Best when
Shared parenting	Both parents jointly, under a written plan	Time is split per the plan (not always 50/50)	Parents can communicate and cooperate on decisions
Sole legal & residential	One parent	Primarily with that parent	One parent is unable or unwilling to co-parent
Split custody	Each parent for the child in their care	Siblings are divided between the two homes	Rare — only when it serves each child's best interest
Legal custody to a non-parent	The relative or caregiver granted custody	With the non-parent caregiver	Neither parent can safely care for the child

Where to File: Coshocton County Court of Common Pleas

318 Main St, Coshocton, OH 43812, Coshocton, OH 43812
Phone: (740) 622-1595
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Website: commonpleas.coshoctoncounty.us

Post-Decree Modifications is the right path if…

Your divorce, dissolution, or custody case is already final and you need to change an order.
There's been a change in circumstances — income, relocation, a new schedule, or the children's needs.
For support, it may have been 36+ months since the last order or review.
You're changing custody, parenting time, or child support (not re-opening property division).

Filing Fees

DR post-decree motions: $100 each · Juvenile Court deposits vary — call (740) 622-8969 · A fee waiver (Affidavit of Indigency) is available · CSEA support review available after 36 months. Confirm DR fees with the Clerk at (740) 622-1456.

Forms & Filing Packets

Modify a divorce or dissolution order (Domestic Relations) — $100 per motion

Post-decree motions filed in the Coshocton County Court of Common Pleas (General Division). File the motion that matches what you're changing.

Motion for Change of Parenting Time — Post-decree DR motion to adjust the parenting-time schedule after a divorce or dissolution is final. $100 filing fee.
Motion for Change of Parental Rights & Responsibilities (Custody) — Post-decree DR motion to change which parent is the residential parent and legal custodian. Requires a change in circumstances. $100 filing fee.
Motion for Change of Child Support, Medical Support, Tax Exemption — Post-decree DR motion to modify child support, medical support, or the tax-dependency exemption. $100 filing fee.
Ohio Child Support Computation Worksheet — Run the official Ohio 2024 Income Shares calculator, print, and sign. Required any time you're asking the court to set support.

Modify a Juvenile Court order (never-married parents)

Motions filed in the Coshocton County Juvenile Court. Use the tab that matches your change; Tab 9 is for agreed changes.

Tab 7 — Motion for Change of Custody & Parenting Time — Use when the parties disagree on a change to custody or parenting time.
Tab 8 — Motion to Change Parenting Time — Use when only parenting time is changing and the parties disagree.
Tab 9 — Agreed Motion for Modification — Use when all parties agree to a custody, shared parenting, or parenting-time change.
Tab 17 — Motion for Change of Child Support — Juvenile Court motion to modify a child-support order for never-married parents.

How to File Post-Decree Modifications in Coshocton County

Identify what you're changing. Custody, parenting time, child support, or (only if jurisdiction was retained) spousal support.
Pick the right court and form. Divorce/dissolution orders use the DR $100 motions; Juvenile orders use Tab 7, 8, 9, or 17.
Document the change in circumstances. Gather proof of the income change, relocation, schedule change, or children's needs that supports your motion, and run a new support worksheet if support is involved.
File and pay. File with the Clerk ($100 per DR motion) or the Juvenile Court, or request a fee waiver with an Affidavit of Indigency.
Mediate and attend the hearing. Attend Family Pact mediation if referred, then the hearing where the court applies the change-of-circumstances and best-interest standards.

Coshocton County Practice Notes

Continuing jurisdiction over children. The court retains jurisdiction over minor children, so custody, parenting time, and child support can be revisited. Property division and (usually) spousal support are final unless jurisdiction was retained.
Change of circumstances. Custody and parenting-time changes require a change in circumstances plus the child's best interest. Child support can change for a substantial change or after a 36-month CSEA review.
Mandatory mediation still applies. Post-decree parenting disputes are typically referred to mandatory Family Pact mediation before a contested hearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file a post-decree motion in Coshocton County?: Post-decree motions in the General Division cost $100 to file. This covers motions to change parenting time, change custody (parental rights and responsibilities), or change child support after a divorce or dissolution is final. A fee waiver (Affidavit of Indigency) is available if you can't afford the deposit. Confirm the current amount with the Clerk at (740) 622-1456.
What can be modified after my Coshocton County divorce is final?: The court keeps continuing jurisdiction over minor children, so child support, custody (parental rights), and parenting time can be modified when there is a change in circumstances — and child support can be reviewed after 36 months even without a change. Spousal support can only be modified if the original decree expressly retained jurisdiction. You can also ask the Coshocton County CSEA to review a support order.
What is Family Pact mediation and is it required in Coshocton County?: Family Pact is Coshocton County's mediation program. Most cases involving parenting, parenting time, and child support are automatically referred to Family Pact, and attending is a court order. Failure to attend can result in a contempt hearing with fines, jail time, or both. Mediation gives parents a structured chance to settle parenting issues before a contested hearing.
How do I change a child-support order in Coshocton County?: You can request a change when there is a substantial change in circumstances, or you can ask CSEA for a review once 36 months have passed since the last order or review. For a Domestic Relations order, file the Motion for Change of Child Support, Medical Support, Tax Exemption ($100). For a Juvenile Court order, file the Motion for Change of Child Support (Tab 17).

Free Local Resources in Coshocton County

Coshocton County Clerk of Courts. Provides current filing fees, local forms, and filing instructions for custody, divorce, and dissolution cases. Call (740) 622-1456 or visit https://commonpleas.coshoctoncounty.us before filing to confirm deposits and packet requirements.
Coshocton County Probate/Juvenile Court (unmarried parents). 426 Main Street, Coshocton. Probate (740) 622-1837 · Juvenile (740) 622-8969 · Resource Center (740) 295-7315. Hon. Jason W. Given. File by email to doc426@coshoctoncounty.net with an original signature.
Coshocton County Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA). Coshocton County's IV-D agency opens child-support cases, runs wage withholding, distributes payments, and enforces orders. File a IV-D Application when establishing or modifying support. 725 Pine Street, Coshocton · (740) 622-1020.
Free Family Law Clinic. A no-cost monthly clinic where you can speak with a volunteer attorney. Held at the Coshocton County Juvenile Court, 426 Main Street, with appointments starting at 2:00 p.m. Pre-register by calling Legal Aid of Southeast & Central Ohio (LASCO) at (614) 827-0527.
First Step Family Violence Services. Local advocacy, shelter, and protection-order help for survivors of domestic violence in Coshocton County. Call (740) 622-8504.

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Related guides

In-depth, attorney-written guides on modifications and related Ohio family law topics.

Post-Decree Modifications in Ohio: Changing Your Order After Divorce — Your divorce decree isn't carved in stone. When life changes, Ohio lets you modify custody, parenting time, and support — but each requires meeting a specific legal standard. Here's how.
How to Modify Child Support in Ohio — Child support orders aren't permanent. When income or circumstances change substantially, Ohio lets you modify support — through a CSEA review or a court motion. Here's how.
Contempt Motions in Ohio Family Court: Enforcing Your Order — When the other parent ignores a court order — withholding the children or refusing to pay support — a contempt motion is how Ohio courts enforce it. Here's how the process works.

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