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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.
8,359 Questions
In 20 states you cannot stop paying. In 29, you must file a claim within two years of beginning to pay. In Florida, you must be current in your payments to file to have future payments stopped.
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Can someone get taken off child support and still have the rights to see their child?
If there isn't any other reason (like a court order saying that you can't) then yes you can see your child.
Is it neglect when the father of a child has not seen the child in four months?
In the legal sense, no. The law cannot force a parent to take a part in a child's life. The court only has jurisdiction in custodial and support matters.
Does owing back child support prevent you from registering your vehicle?
It depends on the state. In most states, drivers license and vehicle registration privileges can be suspended or revoked if you owe back child support.
Can child support arrearages put a lien on an LLC company that is owned by deadbeats husband?
It depends on which state you are in but most states will not place a lien on any property for back child support. Some states will report back child support to the payer's credit report though.
Can an adoptive father voluntary terminate his parental rights in a divorce to end child support?
The only way that parental rights will be terminated is if both parents and the family court agree that it is in the best interest of the child to terminate them. Simply wishing to stop being responsible for child support typically is not sufficient reason to terminate because it leaves the child in the position of not being cared for financially. Adoptive parents become natural parents with all the rights and responsibilities that entails the moment the adoption papers are finalized.
Why would a married man not want to see or claim his outside child?
Usually to prevent disruption of his intact family.
Can a child collect social security if mother is disabled but father is paying child support?
The mother can apply to pay for her and her child. For the child to do so (if she's a teen mom for example) they will count to see how much income the household have first since she lives with her parent. You really need to ask a social worker since you leave very little details.
What if a man flees to another state to avoid paying child support court ordered?
A child support order entered anywhere in the US is enforceable nationwide. I suggest that you contact your State's child support agency about this.
What if non custodial parent does not bring kids home when asked to by custodial parent?
That will cause problems for everyone. The non-custodial parent must follow the visitation order unless the child is in danger or being neglected or there is some other serious reason they do not want to return home. If that is the case then the non-custodial parent must seek a change in custody and request a temporary change immediately so the situation can be examined by the court.
If none of that applies it is up to the parent to diffuse the situation and explain to the child that they must return home. Making plans for the next visit is a good way to get the child to cooperate. The non-custodial parent should not encourage that type of behavior nor feed into it by criticizing the custodial parent or encouraging the child to want to stay.
That will cause problems for everyone. The non-custodial parent must follow the visitation order unless the child is in danger or being neglected or there is some other serious reason they do not want to return home. If that is the case then the non-custodial parent must seek a change in custody and request a temporary change immediately so the situation can be examined by the court.
If none of that applies it is up to the parent to diffuse the situation and explain to the child that they must return home. Making plans for the next visit is a good way to get the child to cooperate. The non-custodial parent should not encourage that type of behavior nor feed into it by criticizing the custodial parent or encouraging the child to want to stay.
That will cause problems for everyone. The non-custodial parent must follow the visitation order unless the child is in danger or being neglected or there is some other serious reason they do not want to return home. If that is the case then the non-custodial parent must seek a change in custody and request a temporary change immediately so the situation can be examined by the court.
If none of that applies it is up to the parent to diffuse the situation and explain to the child that they must return home. Making plans for the next visit is a good way to get the child to cooperate. The non-custodial parent should not encourage that type of behavior nor feed into it by criticizing the custodial parent or encouraging the child to want to stay.
That will cause problems for everyone. The non-custodial parent must follow the visitation order unless the child is in danger or being neglected or there is some other serious reason they do not want to return home. If that is the case then the non-custodial parent must seek a change in custody and request a temporary change immediately so the situation can be examined by the court.
If none of that applies it is up to the parent to diffuse the situation and explain to the child that they must return home. Making plans for the next visit is a good way to get the child to cooperate. The non-custodial parent should not encourage that type of behavior nor feed into it by criticizing the custodial parent or encouraging the child to want to stay.
Louisiana
Generally, the obligation ends when the child reaches 18 years of age unless the child is still in high school - in which case the support ends upon the child's graduation from high school, or the child's 19th birthday, whichever occurs first.
taking care of your daughter is not legal
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What about home schooling and she turn 18 and not graduate do you still have to pay childsupport?
Interpretive and depends on the state.
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It depends on the individuals concerned. The custodian can insist the other parent travels to them to visit the child. If the non-custodian wants to take the child out for the day - it's their responsibility to return the child to the place of residence, on or before the agreed time.
The living parent may still be ordered to pay support.
Why doesn't the living parent have custody?
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Can the father change payment of child support if he steps into a courtroom?
With an approved motion to modify.
The age of Majority is 19. There is no law on a specific age of emancipation.
Will child support agency make contact if a private agreement is in place?
Yes, if the custodial parent requests services or if the child is receiving public assistance. The agency will likely ask the court to enter an order.
Does medicade pay for paternity tests?
The State child support agency will pay for paternity testing.
DON'T DO THIS. Pay your child support to the court or the State disbursement unit.
What is the easiest quickest way to sign over custody and have a child move out?
Use a Certified Mediator to put together a custody change agreement. register it with the court and set a court date to swear to the contents of the document. see link below
Can the mother receive child support if parents own a home together and live together in mass?
yes
Child support is awarded when one or both parents are absent. If the child's parents are living together with the child (in their own home or other living arrangement), no child support is due.
If there is a court order that says not to leave the state of course you can not leave!
Does your biological parent have rights to keep your deceased fathers child support to themselves?
The child support is paid to the parent, not the child, to pay for the expenses of the child. So as long as you have a roof over your head, food in your belly and clothes on your back my guess is that the child support is being used correctly.
What if you get a summons to go to court for child support do you have to be there?
Yes or be prepared to go to jail. There are scant few circumstances where your absence would be excused and even then, you should have an attorney appear for you.
