How do i stop child support arrear payments after finding out 18 year old child is not mine?

Answer 1

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It is nearly impossible to do because usually men don't think to contest paternity, (she said I was the dad, she wouldn't lie), or they are unaware of the action against them and the time limit in which to contest paternity has passed. Even with about one third of kids having DNA tests turning out to NOT be the biological child of the man, once you are caught in the system even by default, you will pay. There are many cases of men having been picked seemingly at random, then not receiving notice of the pending action and having a default judgment against them. It's not until some time later when they discover that 50% of their paycheck has been garnished and it's too late to fight it. And even if by some miracle, the man is able to get the support stopped, he will NEVER be awarded a refund of money received by a woman. Because, it's not "in the child's best interest."

Answer also: Best thing you can do is find a legal representative and DEMAND a paternity test. I saw on the news a van was going around New York City a few years ago, "Who Is Your Daddy?" taking blood test to establish paternity for the very reason the question is posted.

Answer 2

I guess that you need to go to court to show the court that you are not the dad. Have a copy of the DNA test or if the mother adimited that you are not the dad have her there to tell the judge. * File a petition in the appropriate state court with supporting documentation. However, if the custodial mother does not agree to a paternity test the court cannot force her to do so in such a situation unless the alledged father files a separate civil suit. Be advised, even if the male proves he is not the biological father there is no guarantee the court will relieve him of the financial obligation that he has already accepted, difficult to comprehend to be sure, but definitely a fact.

Answer 3

Type your answer here... Sue the state where this action is takeing place in, in federall court.research your case well,and argue all point of law. remember,you are fighting for your livelehood.you have the ability to win your case,you don't have to be a lawyer.No one knows your case better than you.Follow the rule of law,and present your case.Study the law that pertains to your case,use case law to make your points,if i can do it, you can to.i have a fourth grade education,come up in the slums of south Alabame,born in 1954 father white,scott irish,mother black,been on my own since 12,defend your self, good luck.

Answer 4

No in 20 states, and there's a two year statute of limitations to challenge in most of the other 30. In Florida, you must be current in your support and must prove your were not duped. see links below

Answer 5

As long as there is a 100% proof (DNA) your child support order should modified/discontinued. However, in order to do it, you need to file your proof with the court where the order was issued, requesting it.

Answer 6

It depends on the laws in your jurisdiction. You must go through your family court system to legally dis-establish paternity. The difficulty of this type of action varies in different jurisdictions. You need expert advice from an attorney who specializes in family law in your particular jurisdiction and you need to act as soon as possible.