61.3  Order Revoking / Varying A Direction For The Use Of Blood Tests - Status Of Children Act 1987

What this form is for

• • Use this form specifically when asking to change an existing blood test direction
• • This form is only for cases under the Status of Children Act 1987
• • Do not use this form for initial requests for blood tests - a different form would be required
• • This form is not for appealing court decisions about blood tests
• • Use this form when circumstances have changed since the original direction was made

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There's typically no fixed deadline for submitting this form, but it should be filed as soon as possible after circumstances change to avoid delays in your case.

Before you submit

• • Form 61.3 is fully completed and signed
• • Case number is correctly entered
• • Grounds for revocation or variation are clearly stated
• • All supporting evidence is attached
• • Correct filing fee is paid or exemption claimed
• • Form is witnessed if required
• • Copy is kept for your records

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct Form 61.3 from the Courts Service website or court office
2. 2Complete all sections with accurate information
3. 3Prepare supporting documentation explaining why you're seeking to revoke or vary the direction
4. 4Pay the required filing fee or claim exemption if applicable
5. 5Submit the form to the court office handling your case
6. 6Obtain a receipt or proof of submission
7. 7Notify all other parties in the case of your application

Known limitations

• • This form cannot be used to establish initial paternity - a different form is required
• • The court may not grant your request even if properly completed
• • This form only applies to directions made under the Status of Children Act 1987
• • Legal advice may be necessary for complex cases
• • The form doesn't provide guidance on how to present evidence effectively