Is there a statute of limitations for collecting child support in Massachusetts?

Answer 1

Massachusetts Statute of Limitations

Below is a list of the types of contracts and statutes of limitations for Massachusetts.

1. Written Contract: 6 years

2. Oral Contract: 6 years

3. Injury: 3 years

4. Property Damage: 3 years

Source: Mass. Ann. Laws ch. 260, § 1 et seq.

Answer 2

It many states it will vary depending on the type of debt. However, Massachusetts has set a single limit for all types. Written agreements, including Promissory notes and Oral agreements and open ended accounts (credit cards) are set at 6 years.

Answer 3

No.

The state of Massachusetts takes child support and dead beat parents very seriously.

Answer 4

Yes, there is a limitation. It is probably going to be an Open ended account, but could be a written agreement. If it is the first, it is three years and the second would be six years.

Answer 5

Credit cards are considered Open Ended accounts. In Massachusetts, they have six years to collect or bring suit.

Answer 6

Check your credit report it is 7 years