0
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
How do you pay child support arrears?
They can, if you have a persuasive reason such as being unable to pay. If you declare bankruptcy, then you won't have to pay anything, since no debts are collectible from a bankrupt person.
Arrearages may be reduced or credited if you can either prove you have had the child for all or part of the time child support has accrued, if you can convince the petitioner to waive part or all arrears or if you have proof of payments made directly to the petitioner (given your support or divorce order does not specify such payments will only be considered a gift and the judge approves the validity of the payments). Filing bankruptcy does not satisfy and child support owed you will still be liable for paying as it is a court order signed by a judge.
When can you put the father of your child on child support?
If married, when you divorce him and if single when the child is born. He will then have to prove paternity in court and can then petition for visitation, custody and also pay child support.
Why did northerners support personal liberty laws?
they resented federal intervention in the affairs of independent states
How much money do foster parents get to foster a newborn baby?
Answer:
If you feel compelled to ask about how much money you will receive as a foster parent; you should not be participating in this area. The priority is the child's welfare, which is carefully monitored by the foster agency. You will receive enough money to meet the child's needs, plus some. Still, this is not about a family business, its about the appropriate development, nurturing, and an over-all maturation process to ensure a child's future. Its not about money.
Rebuttal:
However, the reason I wanted to know a ball park figure is that I am raising my two grandchildren, keeping them out of the foster care system. I get a grant from the state to help me out, which takes care of the day care while I work and a small amount per month on top of that. They act as if they are paying me out of their pocket and I get a lot of grief from them. So my question about how much it pays was to determine about how much the state saves when someone steps up and takes the children instead of putting them in to foster care. I do firmly believe what you said however, if you are looking into doing this, the money you make should not be why you do it.
--------------------------------------
Answer:
This varies widely from state to state but the typical range is between $15 and $30 a day in total compensation. That compensation is not always in cash and may be a combination of food stamps, clothing vouchers and donated goods.
Something else to keep in mind is that these compensations are considered reimbursement. Meaning you are expected to front all of the expenses up front and may not receive anything in return for 4 to 6 weeks.
For example a child may show up with no extra clothing, you may be given $50 a month for a clothing allowance, you are not likely to receive your first $50 clothing voucher for 4 to 6 weeks after getting the child. So you would be fronting any clothing expenses the child needs and by the time you get more money for clothing it is likely to be time to buy something else with that money.
This is an issue that needs to be considered for all basic necessities like food, clothing, entertainment, school supplies, etc. Also note that you will not be reimbursed for any large setup costs such as furniture for bedrooms.
The only expenses you are not normally expected to cover will be medical as the child should be put on a state sponsored medical program, though in some states there may still be an up front and/or non refundable deductible that is out of pocket to the foster parent.
If a child has special needs (handicap, etc) there may be small allowances for additional unusual expenses but again these are likely to be reimbursed after the parent fronts the money and will often require receipts to prove the cost.
There are essentially two options with foster care, take in only one or two children, typically in addition to your own and do it purely out of love. You will lose money, so you will need to have enough income to cover the addition of more children into your life. The amount reimbursed is likely to barely scratch the surface.
The second option is full time fostering of multiple children. If you have the space to foster 6 to 10 children at once you may be able to leverage the reimbursements to cover all expenses. Food budgets can be stretched by making large cheaper meals at home, clothing budgets can be stretched with hand me downs and group events can be organized to help attempt to keep the children entertained at minimal costs. You still wont be making much that could be considered profit, but you might get by without a job of your own if you make fostering your full time activity.
If for any reason you are considering doing this for the money, realize you will be much higher paid operating a professional day care with private clients than what you will be getting as a foster parent even with multiple children. And foster parenting is 24/7, these kids aren't going home at the end of the day.
What knowledge is there on Stephen Joseph Pelzer?
not much
well, i no that he also was an alcoholic along with the mother. but he just sat back and did nothing about his son, Dave pelzer's abuse.
Is a notarized child support agreement binding over the court ordered agreement?
No, In order to supercede the court order you would need to have your agreement filed with the court.
In family law and government policy, child support or child maintenance is the ongoing obligation for a periodic payment made directly or indirectly by a non-custodial parent to a custodial parent, caregiver or guardian, or the government, for the care and support of children of a relationship or marriage that has been terminated;However child custody is a separate issue in family court but also determine where the child reside more.
There are different types of child - here is the link www.nolo.com/article.cfm/objectId/
You and the biological father have joint legal custody he does pay child support But when your son goes to visit him for 3 months who does the child support money go to? The mother gets the money, you as the biological father ASAP get a child maintenance downwards modification or request a temporary suspension due to you now having physical and joint custody
Child support what does it include?
There are no rules governing what expenses child support should be used to pay for, that is left to the discretion of the parent or guardian that the payments are made to. States set minimum standards that must be met by a supporting parent, usually a percentage of the person's income, and then assess the entire family situation before determining if additional amounts should be allotted for expenses such as medical care, education or child care, and any other costs associated with providing a reasonable lifestyle for the child in question. Often child support payments do not come near meeting half of the financial costs of rearing a child when one factors in all the expenses that are paid that the child benefits from directly or indirectly.
Up to what age does the non-custodial parent need to pay for child care expenses?
Since the need for child care is based not only on the age of the child and whether they may be left alone according to the laws of your state, but also the particular needs of that child and the reason for child care (possibly the custodial parent works overnight) it seems likely that expenses would be covered as long as legitimate proof of care being provided can be shown.
Yes...a mathematical equation set by your states Child Support Guidelines may be found via the internet. In Florida it is custodial parent- 49% and non-custodial parent- 51% of ALL expenses incurred regarding the children, rent, car payment, insurance, daycare etc...etc...(Obviously the custodial parent doesnt really pay the 49% but has that number as an expense).
How does the court calculate child support when father is wealthy?
Child support is usually based on a state-decided formula and they use the same formula regardless of the income level of the parents.
If you have legal and full custody can you still receive child support?
Absolutely. Unless the other parents rights have been terminated by a judge, (s)he must pay child support according to the state calculator. Visitation and custody are not related to support.
How much do you get paid to keep a foster child?
The amount foster parents get paid will vary depending on the state. In Oregon, a foster parent is paid anywhere from $575 per month to $741 per month depending on the age of the child.if wanna more help about fostering services search for " Horizon fostering services " on google.
Does child support end at 18 and the last day of school or when they walk across stage for diploma?
That depends on the state in question.
How old do you need to be not to go see you father on weekend?
Typically you can choose whether or not to undergo visitations with your parents once you are considered a legal adult at age 18. However, if there is a circumstance that makes it harmful to you to visit your father, you may be able to get permission from the judge not to visit him.
If you don't like to go there because you are bored or he leaves you home by yourself, talk to your father or your mother about the problem. If you are in danger when you visit your father's house, try talking to an adult outside of the situation, like a teacher or a school counselor and ask them to help you find out how to get out of the dangerous situation.
What is considered reasonable for a clothing allowance of a dependent child in Oklahoma?
If the child stays one size, then you could expect a set of clothes in the fall and in the spring ( cold weather/warm weather) plus casual and dress shoes for school. Depends on the norm for the type of clothes the child needs and wants to wear. From experience, it is best to find a golden mean, otherwise the clothing /shoes won't be worn and the money will be wasted. I gave my children a budget, let them loose in the mall (Sears and Gap used to be reasonable) and then went back with them for the purchase. Generally, they could have part of the outfit be name brand and the other part would be generic. Certainly an expectation $100 per outfit is outrageous and the child should contribute any extra monies (upfront) that are required to get from what you will pay for and what s/he wants. Mind your household budget above all. Don't forget thrift stores for jeans and jackets.
Yes
Can a custodial parent lie about her residency to the court when seeking child support?
Lying is perjury
see link
Should a 13 year old child be forced to see their 'other' parent?
- Generally a 13 year old child should not be forced to see the other parent, but, it does depend on what has been said to the 13 year old about the parent they do not want to see. The child may have heard the mother or father or the family members talk about how bad the other parent was and as long as the mother and father have committed no crime; are not in prison; is on drugs; did not commit child abuse physically or verbally then the other parent should be able to strike up a relationship with their own child with the help of the other parent. To a child they are often torn between two parents and if the two parents would mature then they would put their child first and themselves last.
Do you have to pay support for step child age 6?
Only if you've adopted him/her. If so, then you are obligated to pay child support (after a divorce with the child in question's parent, of course) until they are 18 years of age. But if you didn't adopt the step child, then you owe nothing, regardless of the child's age.
Generally, the custodial parent has the statutory right to claim the child as a dependent unless there is a court order specifying the non-custodial parent can claim the child. You should check with an attorney in your jurisdiction or an advocate at the family court. You should also review your child support order.
Generally, the custodial parent has the statutory right to claim the child as a dependent unless there is a court order specifying the non-custodial parent can claim the child. You should check with an attorney in your jurisdiction or an advocate at the family court. You should also review your child support order.
Generally, the custodial parent has the statutory right to claim the child as a dependent unless there is a court order specifying the non-custodial parent can claim the child. You should check with an attorney in your jurisdiction or an advocate at the family court. You should also review your child support order.
Generally, the custodial parent has the statutory right to claim the child as a dependent unless there is a court order specifying the non-custodial parent can claim the child. You should check with an attorney in your jurisdiction or an advocate at the family court. You should also review your child support order.
Yes. The father may be able to terminate his rights but not his obligation for child suppor unless someone has stepped up and adopted. If that is the case, then it should be in the courts decision. A father just can't sign his rights over unless there is a second person willing to adopt said child.
Can birth mom who has had parental rights removed give full custody of newborn to father?
She will not have any custody to give since she no longer have parental rights. The father have to go to court to petition for custody as soon as he has established paternity through a DNA test.
Can you get a work release to obtain a passport if you owe child support in Kansas?
Perhaps, cases are decided upon by the circumstances related directly to them. However, individuals owing more then $2,500 in support arrears will be automatically denied.
