Can noncustodial parent stop arrears childsupport?

Answer 1

No. That is not up to the child. If child support payments are in arrears, it means that the custodial parent was not receiving the child support as provided in the child support order issued by the court and the non-custodial parent was in contempt of a court order. The arrears are also set forth in a court order. The funds are owed to the custodial parent. Therefore, the debt cannot be "forgiven" by the child even if they are an adult.

Answer 2

That depends on the state and the reason for the arrears. With over 80% of layoffs being men, and our government withholding knowledge that they can get free legal help, so there are plenty that are behind.

You might be able to work out an agreement to "compromise" the arrearage with the other parent/State, and the court.

Answer 3

Yes- it is owed if there was a valid court order in place. In California, there is no statute of limitations. In some states there is a time limit of 10 years. You can visit the court to check the laws in your state.