Is there a statute of limitations for paying back child support?

Answer 1

Most states have statutory provisions for determining how long a court order for child support will remain effective. In some states the statute of limitations is 10 years after the child turns 18. In others the period is only 5 years. Some states have no limitation. The parent who is in contempt of the order can be brought to court at any time during that period. You would need to do a search for your particular state.

Answer 2

There is no statute of limitations on collecting unpaid child support.

Answer 3

In the state of Tennessee, there is no statute of limitations if back child support is owed. The amount will continue to accrue until the child turns age 18.

Answer 4

None. I would suggest paying it because not paying it can become a federal felony.

Answer 5

Before the child turns 18 for the parent to sue, or before the child turns 22, for the child to sue, for support.

Answer 6

Must be filed before age 18, retroactive 5 years

Answer 7

There is no statute of limitations for collecting past-due child support.

Or are you referring to filing a new order for retroactive support?