Can the receiving parent stop child support?

Answer 1

I don't know what state you're in but in Colorado spousal and child support can be rejected if both parties agree to it and it is in the best interest of the child. The "best interest" standard is what would need to be proven.

Answer 2

I suppose. However, there is no point in doing so. Unlike some other debts, accepting partial child support payments does not constitute an agreement that the debt is paid in full. The courts might take a dim view of a custodial parent refusing payments. The State welfare agency will definitely take a dim view of it.

Answer 3

Depends on where you live and the relevant laws applicable to that area. In Australia, Britain, (and the British Commonwealth in general) then yes, a custodial parent can collect child support and also pay child support too. I know this sounds contradictoru but these particular laws mean that a cutodial parent pays the residential parent (and visa versa) for the amount of time the child is in their care. Similarly, each parent can claim that portion of Governmental Child Assistance proportionate to the amount of time the child is in their care.

Answer 4

The parents should get the court's permission in this situation. This is because, legally speaking, a child is entitled to the support of both parents.

Answer 5

In most states, no, the custodial parent cannot refuse child support. Very few states allow the custodial parent to decline receiving child support.

Answer 6

Any change to the child support has to be done through the court where it was issued. Whether the judge will allow you to stop paying depends on the reasons you have.

Answer 7

Yes they can but this means that if they ever need benefits you will come first to pay again.