Mescalero Tribal Court (2018) PO Box 227 / 159 Deer Trail Mescalero, NM 88340
MESCALERO APACHE TRIBAL COURT
MESCALERO APACHE RESERVATION, NEW MEXICO
Check List
Child Support
Affidavit / Petition for Support
Proof of Custody (i.e.: school records, court order, etc.)
Copy of Birth Certificates for each child
Proof of Income
Current Income (3 most recent paycheck stubs)
Tax Returns (previous 2 years)
Child Care Receipts
Medical Expenses
Other Expenses Related to the Child (i.e.: extracurricular activities,
sports, etc.)
Location of both parents
To ensure that proper filing procedures are not interrupted, all documents listed above must be
attached. Additional documentation may be required by the Judge during your hearing.
Please keep in mind that the Tribal Court cannot advocate on your behalf. The Tribal Court does not represent
the custodial parent or the non-custodial parent. If you disagree with the child support decision of the Court, it
is your responsibility to advocate your position to the judge.
Mescalero Tribal Court (2018) PO Box 227 / 159 Deer Trail Mescalero, NM 88340
MESCALERO APACHE TRIBAL COURT
MESCALERO APACHE RESERVATION, NEW MEXICO
COVER SHEET
Type of Case:
NAME OF PETITIONER(S):
Social Security Number or Tribal Census Number:
Telephone Number or Message Number:
MAILING ADDRESS:
RESIDENTAL ADDRESS:
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT:
NAME OF RESPONDENT(S):
Social Security Number or Tribal Census Number:
Telephone Number or Message Number:
MAILING ADDRESS:
RESIDENTAL ADDRESS:
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT:
This information is necessary to process your case, and will remain confidential. If a civil action, the court will collect the cost for mailing, to mail
the complaint to respondent by certified mail. A copy of the affidavit, a copy of the marriage license, contract(s), and other court documents is to be
attached to your petition.
Thank you for your understanding. The Mescalero Tribal Court
Mescalero Tribal Court (2018) PO Box 227 / 159 Deer Trail Mescalero, NM 88340
MESCALERO APACHE TRIBAL COURT
MESCALERO APACHE RESERVATION, NEW MEXICO
Complainant/Petitioner(s)
Vs.
Respondent
Enrollment No.
Address
Cause No.________________________
I, , the complainant in this cause state that the following statement(s)
is/are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief:
I, _______________________________________ am seeking ___Temporary child support ___ Permanent child support
___ Other: ___________________________________.
Signature of Complainant/Petitioner
Date:
Print Name
Enrollment No.
Address
Mescalero Tribal Court (2018) PO Box 227 / 159 Deer Trail Mescalero, NM 88340
MESCALERO APACHE TRIBAL COURT
MESCALERO APACHE RESERVATION, NEW MEXICO
, Cause No.
Petitioner,
Vs.
,
Respondent.
The Petitioner petitions the Mescalero Tribal Court for establishment of child support and prays based upon the
records and pleadings, to determine an order for support.
Petitioner ___ I am the primary caretaker or ___ I am the non-custodial parent
First Name: _________________________ MI: ___ Last Name: _____________________ __Male __Female
Date of Birth: ___________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) Social Security Number: __________________________
Census Number: ________________ Relationship to Child(ren): __ Mother __Father __ Other: ____________
Home Phone: ______________________ Work Phone: _________________ Cell Ph: ____________________
Employer Name: __________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________
Employer Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Respondent
First Name: _________________________ MI: ___ Last Name: _____________________ __Male __Female
Date of Birth: ___________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) Social Security Number: __________________________
Census Number: ________________ Relationship to Child(ren): __ Mother __Father __ Other: ____________
Home Phone: ______________________ Work Phone: _________________ Cell Ph: ____________________
Employer Name: __________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________
Employer Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Children
#1 First Name: _______________________ MI: ___ Last Name: ____________________ __Male __Female
Date of Birth: ___________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) City of Birth: _______________________ State: ______
Social Security Number: __________________________ Census Number: ________________
Were the parents married to each other at the birth of the child? __Yes __No
Who currently has physical custody of this child? _________________________ Relationship: _____________
Petition for
Child Support
Mescalero Tribal Court (2018) PO Box 227 / 159 Deer Trail Mescalero, NM 88340
#2 First Name: _______________________ MI: ___ Last Name: ____________________ __Male __Female
Date of Birth: ___________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) City of Birth: _______________________ State: ______
Social Security Number: __________________________ Census Number: ________________
Were the parents married to each other at the birth of the child? __Yes __No
Who currently has physical custody of this child? _________________________ Relationship: _____________
#3 First Name: _______________________ MI: ___ Last Name: ____________________ __Male __Female
Date of Birth: ___________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) City of Birth: _______________________ State: ______
Social Security Number: __________________________ Census Number: ________________
Were the parents married to each other at the birth of the child? __Yes __No
Who currently has physical custody of this child? _________________________ Relationship: _____________
#4 First Name: _______________________ MI: ___ Last Name: ____________________ __Male __Female
Date of Birth: ___________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) City of Birth: _______________________ State: ______
Social Security Number: __________________________ Census Number: ________________
Were the parents married to each other at the birth of the child? __Yes __No
Who currently has physical custody of this child? _________________________ Relationship: _____________
Relationship
Parents Relationship to each other: __Married __Divorced __Separated __Never Married __Widowed
Marriage Information (If parents were married to each other):
Marriage Date: _________________ (mm/dd/yyyy) State: _____ Divorce Date: ______________ (mm/dd/yyyy)
County of Marriage: ________________________ County of Divorce: __________________________
Court Order Information (if there is a court order, please provide the following information and a copy of the
all court orders with a monthly payment record; a complete payment record is also required.)
Location of Court: ______________________________ Case Number: ________________________
Mo./Ongoing Support: $______________ Date of Last Order: ___________________
Payment Due Date: _______________ Total Arrears Judgment: $_________________
Mo. Arrears Pymt: $__________________
Mescalero Child Support Enforcement Office (MATCSEO)
Has an application been submitted to MATCSEO? __Yes __No If so, when? _______________ (mm/dd/yyyy)
Has a court hearing taken place in regards to the application submitted to MATCSEO? __Yes __No
If so, when? _______________ (mm/dd/yyyy)
Mescalero Tribal Court (2018) PO Box 227 / 159 Deer Trail Mescalero, NM 88340
SECTION I
Representation. If I am unable to represent myself in my case; I have the option to seek Lay Counsel or apply
with MATCSEO for assistance. The Tribal Court or its staff cannot represent me in this matter. The Court will
represent the best interest of the child(ren).
Paternity Establishment. This step is necessary if paternity has not been previously determined. If the person
you name as the father denies paternity, a genetic testing must be completed. Once paternity is proven, a court
order for child support can be obtained.
Establishment. The fair amount of child support that a parent should pay is decided using child support
guidelines. The needs of the child, the number of children who must be supported, and the ability of the parents
to pay are all taken into consideration.
Enforcement. Once child support has been determined, collection may be through income withholding or direct
payment. In some cases, the withholding of Tribal Dividend Payments may take place.
Arrearages. Upon termination of child support payments under the terms of an order, if arrearages are owed
payments shall continue until all arrears are paid in full.
Modification and Review. All cases with support orders may be reviewed for modification once every four (4)
years; at the written request of either party. The Court will share financial data with the non-custodial parent,
even if the data indicates a downward adjustment would be appropriate.
Overpayment. You are personally liable for the return of any amounts you receive which were paid
erroneously.
Fraud. Any applicant who intentionally gives misleading or false statements to the Court in an attempt to
wrongfully collect support will be liable for prosecution.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
A. Applicant hereby affirms that all statements in this request for support are true and correct to the best of
the applicant’s knowledge.
B. Applicant understands that all information provided to the Court is not confidential and may be revealed
to the other party.
C. Applicant understands that other issues of visitation, custody, property settlements or other issues are
separate from the issue of Child Support.
D. Applicant understands that if an Order is issued, it is the responsibility of the recipient to file with the
court for any disobedience.
I have read and understand Section I and the above Acknowledgment and agree to all terms.
______________________________ __________________________
Petitioner –Applicant Signature Date
______________________________
Petitioner-Applicant Printed Name