In Illinois, where the obligor had variable income, I've heard of the courts going back as far as two years.
That's the standard for all states. Unfortunately, it's also used for retroactive order of up to 18 years, rather than what was earned 18 years ago.
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In the state of Florida how can a lien for back child support against Supplemental Security Income?
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Yes, any form of income, other than needs-based income, can be garnished for back child support in New York. Money from a lawsuit or settlement is considered income.
On current income unless the obligor can document his past income.
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Any money designated as taxable income is subject to garnishment for child support.
If you have not paid child support because of bankruptcy in Canada? If you have not paid child support because of bankruptcy can you go back if the person is now working and have a income?
The support is still owed and SS benefits of any sort are subject to garnishment for child support obligations.
The custodial parent, it is assumed that he or she supported the child with their income. If however a state agency was involved in the support of the child that agency would receive the arrearages.
a portion of the social security disability income, if filed, can be considered as child support
The courts will not use anyone's past tax records as a factor in determining who owes child support. The amount due for child support has nothing to do with income taxes. Income taxes is a last resort for collecting back child support owed but their are other ways of collecting this before it becomes in default.
Your Social Security eligibility is not affected by your receipt of child support. One is for you; the other is for your child.