Minn. Gen. R. Prac. 351.02

As amended through October 28, 2024

Rule 351.02 - Purposes and Goals of the Expedited Child Support Process

Subdivision 1. Purposes. The purposes of these rules are to establish an expedited process that:

(a) is streamlined;

(b) is uniform across the state;

(c) is easily accessible to the parties; and

(d) results in timely and consistent issuance of orders.

Subd. 2. Goals. These rules should be construed to:

(a) be a constitutional system;

(b) be an expedited process;

(c) be family and user friendly;

(d) be fair to the parties;

(e) be a cost-effective system;

(f) address local administration and implementation concerns;

(g) maintain simple administrative procedures and focus on problem cases;

(h) comply with federal and state laws;

(i) maximize federal financial participation;

(j) ensure consistent decisions statewide; and

(k) have adequate financial and personnel resources.

Minn. Gen. R. Prac. 351.02