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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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Is the significant others income included in child support?
No. Only biological parents are responsible for the support and care of their minor child/children. However, a non obligated SO or spouse might be financially affected by child support arrearages and/or obligations. That is why it is advisable for a non obligated person to keep his or her funds in a separate account.
Yes. As the custodial parent they have the right and the obligation to monitor the trust on behalf of the minor children to make certain the funds are not being wasted. If possible the parent should consult an attorney who can review the situation and explain the options. An adult beneficiary can file a motion in the court to compel an accounting by the trustee. If done properly, the custodial parent can obtain an accounting through the court also.
Trustees have wide spread control over the trust assets and many trustees mishandle those assets. Their activities should always be open to inspection. If they refuse the beneficiaries can ask a court to remove the trustee and appoint a successor.
Also, if the trust was created in a will the custodial parent can visit the probate court and request to see the file. There would be inventories for the estate and for the trust in the file which would provide a snapshot of the trust assets at the time of the donors death.
Yes. As the custodial parent they have the right and the obligation to monitor the trust on behalf of the minor children to make certain the funds are not being wasted. If possible the parent should consult an attorney who can review the situation and explain the options. An adult beneficiary can file a motion in the court to compel an accounting by the trustee. If done properly, the custodial parent can obtain an accounting through the court also.
Trustees have wide spread control over the trust assets and many trustees mishandle those assets. Their activities should always be open to inspection. If they refuse the beneficiaries can ask a court to remove the trustee and appoint a successor.
Also, if the trust was created in a will the custodial parent can visit the probate court and request to see the file. There would be inventories for the estate and for the trust in the file which would provide a snapshot of the trust assets at the time of the donors death.
Yes. As the custodial parent they have the right and the obligation to monitor the trust on behalf of the minor children to make certain the funds are not being wasted. If possible the parent should consult an attorney who can review the situation and explain the options. An adult beneficiary can file a motion in the court to compel an accounting by the trustee. If done properly, the custodial parent can obtain an accounting through the court also.
Trustees have wide spread control over the trust assets and many trustees mishandle those assets. Their activities should always be open to inspection. If they refuse the beneficiaries can ask a court to remove the trustee and appoint a successor.
Also, if the trust was created in a will the custodial parent can visit the probate court and request to see the file. There would be inventories for the estate and for the trust in the file which would provide a snapshot of the trust assets at the time of the donors death.
Yes. As the custodial parent they have the right and the obligation to monitor the trust on behalf of the minor children to make certain the funds are not being wasted. If possible the parent should consult an attorney who can review the situation and explain the options. An adult beneficiary can file a motion in the court to compel an accounting by the trustee. If done properly, the custodial parent can obtain an accounting through the court also.
Trustees have wide spread control over the trust assets and many trustees mishandle those assets. Their activities should always be open to inspection. If they refuse the beneficiaries can ask a court to remove the trustee and appoint a successor.
Also, if the trust was created in a will the custodial parent can visit the probate court and request to see the file. There would be inventories for the estate and for the trust in the file which would provide a snapshot of the trust assets at the time of the donors death.
Can you waive child support in Ohio?
It can't be waived in Ohio but you can request $0 a month. Meaning that the non-custodial parent is still in the system with the CSEA and still has to report to them but there is zero payment. It is ultimately up to the CSEA what is to be paid.
What is Duval County Florida Child Support Enforcement Program Office Fax Number?
See related link for information regarding Florida Child Support Enforcement.
What would child support be set at if you make 75000 yearly for two children in Texas?
Twenty five percent, but if the obligor's net resources exceed $6,000 per month, the court shall presumptively apply the percentage guidelines to the first $6,000 of the obligor's net resources. Without further reference to the percentage recommended by these guidelines, the court may order additional amounts of child support as appropriate, depending on the income of the parties and the proven needs of the child.
In Michigan how can parental rights be taken of an absent parent?
It would require a motion to the court.
In general, parental rights are terminated either preparatory to an adoption, or after a trial in which it is determined that the parent is unfit. In any case, termination of parental rights does not, in itself, terminate child support.
Do you have to add child support as a form of income on your fasfa?
Yes, child support counts as income for the purposes of filing your FAFSA or applying for financial aid.
What qualifies for a reduction in child support payments Chester sc?
Probably the same factors that would qualify for a reduction anywhere else: reduction in net income; other, extraordinary circumstances. (FYI - having other children or a new spouse isn't an "extraordinary circumstance.")
Can your husbands mistress agree to legally never request child support?
impossible
Since the purpose of child support is to support a child, it cannot be waived by the child's mother. The child has to be supported, whatever opinion the mother may have about it. So no, that would not be a valid agreement. If a man fathers a child, he is liable for child support.
Does a parent with joint physical custody and joint legal custody have to pay child support in va?
Yes. That parent may be required to pay child support depending on the incomes of the parents and other factors. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in domestic issues in your jurisdiction.
Yes. That parent may be required to pay child support depending on the incomes of the parents and other factors. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in domestic issues in your jurisdiction.
Yes. That parent may be required to pay child support depending on the incomes of the parents and other factors. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in domestic issues in your jurisdiction.
Yes. That parent may be required to pay child support depending on the incomes of the parents and other factors. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in domestic issues in your jurisdiction.
Why do you have to pay child support if your ex spouse don't work?
Because both parents must provide for the child regardless of the parents' relationship. The ex spouse's position is irrelevant. If one half doesn't help, the other half quitting doesn't make it better.
Separating from someone does not remove parental obligation.
What rights does father of unborn child have if mother is abusing drugs?
You have many rights and you should seek legal counsel on this. It's highly possible you may get full custody of your child until the mother can receive help and hopefully become more responsible.
Does Washington State have statute of limitations on back child support?
No, if a valid child support order was in place, all arrearages must be paid.
The obligated parent can have his or her wages garnished and federal and/or state income tax refunds seized for such arrearages.
If the order was signed before 1989 it's a 10 statute starting from when the last payment was delinquent. If ordered after 1989, it's a 10 year statute of limitations starting when the youngest child is emancipated.
What happens when you get fired from your job in Florida and you can't afford child support?
You go to court to have the support order modified.
Or you just stop paying it and go to jail. Your choice.
It's not your child's fault you got fired, and it's not like they suddenly stop needing to eat. At the very least you should be paying as much of your child support as you can.
Does child support stop when the child reaches 18 years of age?
You may be able to gain money owed for bringing the child up in the past if you have a good lawyer, however You will be pushing your luck at getting support for an 18 year old even though it should be fair enough if the child is still a student.
How often should child support be raised?
In Arizona, you can file to have it raised if the either parent has a increase or decrease of income of 15% or more. And/Or if the child is over 12, then it can be raised 10%.
What type of support does a child with fas require from society?
It depends on the severity of the fetal alcohol syndrome. Some are able to function in society while others will be dependent on state assistance.
When the issue pertains to unmarried couples the law presumes the mother to have full legal custody of the child(ren). The father must establish paternity before custody, child support or visitation rights can be addressed by the court.
She sure can. The courts take the kids safety very seriously. For example, say she alleges that your a drug addict. The court will take them from you immeadiately. However, you will get a court date and be able to defend yourself. If you can prove that her allegations are false, you will get them back. Keep in mind, if she repeatedly does it, and you prove her wrong every time, you now have grounds to file for full custody. Happened to me. However, she can't take them from you if she makes allegations only to you but doesnt report them to the court. My advice... do it back to her once. Find every little thing you can to report. Once she realizes what a pain it is, she will probably stop
no and they can't unless emancipated, which is much easier to do for a 16 year old in Texas, as they can move out and rent their own place at that age. see link
In Michigan what age is a parent no longer responsible for child support?
The court may order child support for the time a child is regularly attending high school on a full-time basis with a reasonable expectation of completing sufficient credits to graduate from high school while residing on a full-time basis with the recipient of support or at an institution, but in no case after the child reaches 19 years and 6 months of age. A complaint or motion requesting support as provided in this section may be filed at any time before the child reaches 19 years and 6 months of age. Section 552.605b
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