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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

What is the time limit on surving child support papers?

You need to inquire at the court where the case is filed.

You need to inquire at the court where the case is filed.

You need to inquire at the court where the case is filed.

You need to inquire at the court where the case is filed.

How can you tell if your husband has an illegitimate child?

Try asking your husband. Since you married him, you probably know what he looks like if he's lying. Plus it's easier than snooping through his personal possessions/email accounts etc... and shows slightly more trust. Alternatively, hire a private investigator.

The children's father is not listed on their birth certificates. What parental rights does he have in Pennsylvania?

The father must establish his paternity through the court via a DNA test and then he can request both a visitation order and child support order.

The father must establish his paternity through the court via a DNA test and then he can request both a visitation order and child support order.

The father must establish his paternity through the court via a DNA test and then he can request both a visitation order and child support order.

The father must establish his paternity through the court via a DNA test and then he can request both a visitation order and child support order.

Your ex-wife wants you to pay her 1000 every month for child support and your monthly income is 2000. What should you do?

The state courts have guidelines for child support. You can visit your local court for a copy. Your ex-wife isn't the one who decides what you pay. That is up to the court. Check the child support order that was entered at the time of the divorce. That is what you owe.

The state courts have guidelines for child support. You can visit your local court for a copy. Your ex-wife isn't the one who decides what you pay. That is up to the court. Check the child support order that was entered at the time of the divorce. That is what you owe.

The state courts have guidelines for child support. You can visit your local court for a copy. Your ex-wife isn't the one who decides what you pay. That is up to the court. Check the child support order that was entered at the time of the divorce. That is what you owe.

The state courts have guidelines for child support. You can visit your local court for a copy. Your ex-wife isn't the one who decides what you pay. That is up to the court. Check the child support order that was entered at the time of the divorce. That is what you owe.

Are the children suppose to get money out of the child support the non custodial father pays?

Child support is the non-custodial parent's portion of the expenses of the child, including housing, food, clothing and so on. It is up to the custodial parent whether an "allowance" can be paid to the child from the child support amount.

Does child support cover babysitting?

That depends on the specific court order. Unusually, daycare is an extra item added to the order, based on the income levels of each parent. If they earn the same amount of money, then the obligated parent carries 50% of the cost, but unfortunately, you do not get 50% of the child care tax deduction. Note that if a so called independently employed babysitter is being used, the obligated parent will want a copy of all receipts and the 1099 form filed with the IRS for to report various types of income other than wages, salaries, and tips.

How long does a biological father have to claim the child before he loses his rights in the state of Louisiana?

Claims paternity over a child does not grant any rights in any state to have access to the child. It only addresses the issues of adoption. To have rights, he must file a motion with the court to be granted permission to see the child.

What does a father have to pay a week for child support for one child in PA if he makes 55000 a year?

There are many variables, depending on the state, the age of the child, custody arrangement, and any rebuttable presumptions. It would be evenin a few percentage points of 18% of gross.

What is the percentage of child support garnishment that can be taken in Colorado?

Colorado uses a formula system rather then a percentage.

See link below for list of state websites to calculate the support obligation

Can a child still can ask support from his father even if that child is 33 yrs old?

No, at the maximum for the states of Ohio and Michigan, the limit is 23 years of age to file for retroactive child support.

How does child support put a lien on your account for child support?

They merely need to serve a legal notice of attachment to the financial institution.

Why are there arrears? If there is a legitimate reason, such as unemployment, the obligor can still file for a reduction in them. Most Child Support obligors do not know there is free help from the state, by federal law, to obtain a modification. At the minimum, a motion should be filed to have any interest penalties set aside, which can double or triple the amount owed. Of the total media "reported" amount of child support owed, 83% if interest penalties and not unpaid child support. These links will teach what needs to be known about child support.

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An obligor who experiences a significant reduction in income should immediately file for a reduction in child support. This is because child support cannot be modified retroactive to such a request. (However, the obligee can agree, with court approval, to compromise the arrearage.)

How long does it take for an OSC hearing to be scheduled and does the ex-spouse still have to continue to pay the original child support payments until their request is granted or denied?

In today's economy with so many out of work and requesting modifications, it can take to to a year to get a hearing.

The full payment is expected to be maintained, but if the modification is granted, any retroactive overpayment will be figured into future payments. This means an even smaller amount received by the obligee parent until the books are balanced.

Will California allow extradition for child support warrants?

The US Constitution requires each State to give "full faith and credit" to the laws of every other State, which includes extradition requests.

What happens if you owe arrears on child support case if you get custody?

Unless the court states otherwise, you still owe that arrearage.

Can a parent refuse the right to keep her child if she doesnt feel safe keeping the child in the home?

That is a complex matter which would need to go through a social worker. Remember, you are financially obligated to the child until they turn 18, regardless of whether they are living with you, the other parent, a family friend, or a group home or foster home type situation.

How often can child support take out of checking account?

They will keep garnishing your account until you have satisfied the arrears.

Can a child pay child support?

The non-custodial teen parent has to pay child support yes. Parents have to pay for their kids so they have food, diapers etc.

Explanation of what child support is used for?

Child support is based upon the income of the parents. The custodial parent does not need to prove what the child support was used for. The custodial parent is expected to provide housing, food, utilities, etc. to the child.

Can a father sign awaw his rights if he is afraid he will hurt the child?

Yes. In California, both parents must agree if one parent wishes to terminate his rights and responsibilities to his child.

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