Can you still get child support from the father if you are not working?

Answer 1

If the term "was" indicates that the biological father of the child/children is still residing in the family home, then the answer to the question is, No. One of the issues considered when child support is awarded is the financial and living status the child/children would have had if the parents had stayed together. The issue of a SO or spouse not working to support his or her child is in most cases in most cases is not a legal matter when said person lives in the same residence, unless the family is fraudulently receiving public assistance. Likewise whether or not a non biological parent supports a child/children living in his or her household in matters not related to necessities (food, medical care, clothing, etc.) is a moral issue not a legal one.

Answer 2

Each state has it's own guidelines and laws regarding child support, but in most states as long as the absent parent is capable of working a minimum wage job, ( not disabled) they will be assessed with a minimum wage order and be required to pay a minimal support order.

Answer 3

If you are not working, then presumably you and your children are even more in need of support than you would be if you were working. In any event, your employment or unemployment has no bearing on the responsibility of a father to support his children.

Answer 4

Yes. Due to the economy, a growing number of parents are sharing homes to cut costs.

Answer 5

You may if he has assets or income.