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Judges have a lot of discretion about retroactive support. I would definitely raise this as a defense.

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The father was held in civil contempt for not paying child support but the mother never received a judge's order what can she do?

The order goes to child support enforcement to persecute.


What does the judge do to you when you go to court for non-court ordered child support?

It is likely that the judge will enter a child support order and may assess an amount for back child support.


How do you obtain child support?

Through an order issued either by a judge or by the State's child support agency.


Do i have to pay child support if there is a current order and the child now lives with me?

Whatever you do, do not stop paying child support. You have to get the current order modified by a judge to be able to stop the payments.


Can a mother cancel child support?

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What paperwork is needed for garnishment of wages of child support?

An order for withholding signed by either a judge or the State's child support agency.


Can a judge abolish a previous child support order in Indiana?

With good cause.


What are reasons not to pay child support?

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The court order has not been signed by your judge but the father is not paying child support that has been ordered?

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Can you apply for child support for a 17 year old if there was never a child support order by the court?

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How do to submit evidence for Child Support?

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My child is 10 years old how much support do i pay?

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