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Child Support
Get help here on any issues around payment and non-payment of child support. Custody and visitation rights issues are legally separate from support and have their own topic. Be advised that many answers here apply only to the United States and may not apply anywhere else.
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DNA proof , but if there is verbal contract that he will not be a part of the child's life then that contract is honored.
You have children with a married man how much is your share of her wealth?
An "innocent" spouse is not responsible for supporting his or her partner's children born out of wedlock even in a community property state. You would only be entitled to the amount of child support the court deemed reasonable and adequate.
When does child support stop in Hawaii?
Age 18, even if still in school, unless otherwise expressed by court order. see links
Why would a custodial parent drop child support?
Most often this occurs because they've been pressured by the non-custodial parent. A common tactic is for the non-custodial parent to threaten to take away custody if he or she has to pay child support. The custodial parent will then consent to not get child support to avoid a costly custody battle.
This is why most states have made child support mandatory. A custodial parent can't decline or give up child support voluntarily in those states.
Is it healthy for a child to be locked in her room until 16?
This doesn't make sense. I am sorry I will not be able to answer this question.
Can a person get into trouble if they lie to the child support office?
Yes, and depending upon the type of false information given "trouble" might be an understatement. Another Answer: What if the mother is the one who lied to get more child support but refuses to let you see the kids and court officials don't do their job and allow her to keep up her crap???
What if written court order differs from court agreement?
The order controls. If it's incorrect, the parties will have to return to court to fix it.
What is something a child is likely to be an expert on?
People in his or her neighborhood, APEX 3.3.2 quiz understanding the study
The court decides if he is allowed to terminate his parental rights. The custodial parent can then give custody to a grandparent if they wish. Both of you would then have3 to pay child support to the grandparent. Terminating parental rights does not get you out of paying for the child.
I am sorry to say the outcome is not good. Once you settle into a job and have proven you are trying then your chances rise considerably. You can have visitation rights of course.
Time to settle down and take on that responsiblility. Doesn't sound like you are all that serious about the custody of your child. Even if you take a job and show you have stability, live in a decent neighborhood and can support a child and are credible your chances are good. So far, you haven't shown any signs of this so don't waste your time trying to get custody.
Like all such issues the outcome would be at the descretion of the presiding judge. In all likelihood the judge would table the custody petition and give the father a specified amount of time to "get his act together." To find and keep gainful employment, establish a permanent residence and establish, become a stable contributing member of society. After which the father could resubmit the custody petition along with proof of his changed lifestyle.
If your seventeen year old child moves out do you still receive child support on them?
Yes, up to the state requirements. see links below.
see links below
How do you get out of child support order you proved that you were not the father?
That depends on the child support laws of your state and how long you have been the legal or presumed father. In most states if you have been the legal father for at least four years it does not matter if you are not the child's biological father. You will still be held to be the child's legal father and required to pay child support unless you can locate the child's biological father. You have to actually file a petition in court to end your responsibility for child support and you really will need a family law attorney to assist you. The attached link has a family law attorney directory.
In most States you can file a Petition to Disestablish Paternity. You generally must be current on your child support payments to do so. With the DNA evidence you can get the child support abated if you are not the Father.
Is there a cap or limit on child support for CA?
The only limit to child support in California is the amount paid per month. Only up to 50 percent of their gross income can be garnished. The amount monthly will depend on the number of children and who pays the medical and daycare expenses.
How do you fill out emancipation forms?
If your state or county allows emancipation, the law will specify what forms or format the petition must be in. Consult your local laws to find out if you can apply and where to get the forms.
How do you protect your child from a married woman?
You're going to need to be a bit more specific here as to exactly what the threat from the married woman is and how old the child is.
You must discuss that question with an advocate at the court or with an attorney.
You must discuss that question with an advocate at the court or with an attorney.
You must discuss that question with an advocate at the court or with an attorney.
You must discuss that question with an advocate at the court or with an attorney.
She could help the father find a job so he can pay child support.
yes
