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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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Does the father have to pay child support if the child lives on their own in Mississippi?
A minor child should not be living on their own. If the child has been legally emancipated the parent may be excused from paying child support. Otherwise, they will be assessed if the custodial parent files a petition for child support with the court. At that time the fact of the child living on their own can be brought to the attention of the court.
A minor child should not be living on their own. If the child has been legally emancipated the parent may be excused from paying child support. Otherwise, they will be assessed if the custodial parent files a petition for child support with the court. At that time the fact of the child living on their own can be brought to the attention of the court.
A minor child should not be living on their own. If the child has been legally emancipated the parent may be excused from paying child support. Otherwise, they will be assessed if the custodial parent files a petition for child support with the court. At that time the fact of the child living on their own can be brought to the attention of the court.
A minor child should not be living on their own. If the child has been legally emancipated the parent may be excused from paying child support. Otherwise, they will be assessed if the custodial parent files a petition for child support with the court. At that time the fact of the child living on their own can be brought to the attention of the court.
Can biological mother who has lost custody of her child regain custody in North Dakota?
well if the biological mother lost custody of her child then that means she was doing somethinq extremely bad for a judge to take her child away. i suggest that the mother has stopped what she has been doinq wrong and she has turned her life around. but lemme remind you that its the courts who want whats best for the child. and i do encourage you to go and fight to get custody again. and show them that your doinq better and what you have improved in. and show them that you do care for the child and that's why you made the decision to qet better. its qonna be a hard fiqht : but i would say its one worth fiqhtinq for. good luck! : )
How old does a child have to be to stop paying child support in the state of Oklahoma?
The duty to provide support for a minor child shall continue until the child reaches the age of majority, dies, marries, or becomes emancipated, whichever first occurs. However, the court has discretion to direct either or both parents to provide financial assistance to a child who has not previously married or become emancipated, who is enrolled in and attending a secondary school, and who has attained the age of majority before completing his or her secondary school education, provided that such financial assistance shall not be required after a child attains 20 years of age. Section §19-6-15 of the Georgia Code
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Will my child get his fathers last name in the state of Georgia since we are not legally married?
The father would need to prove paternity if the parents were not married. He would also need to provide evidence the change in name is in the best interest of the child. If the child lives with the mother who has custody it is unlikely the court will allow the name change. If the father didn't marry the child's mother there is no reason for the court to allow the child's name to be changed.
Can a mother or father file for child support in two different states if the child lives in one?
Only one venue may have jurisdiction over a child support matter at any one time. (However, multiple States may enforce an existing order.) The case is typically filed in the State where the child currently resides.
Can a father sign away his parental rightsin CT and not have to pay child support?
A parent cannot just 'sign away' their parental rights (which is a different thing than custodial/visitation rights). Termination of parental rights has to be approved by a judge. Generally speaking, judges are very reluctant to approve it unless it's for the purpose of adoption or the parent presents a clear danger to the child. They certainly will not approve it merely so the parent can avoid paying child support. If that were allowed, people would be lined up to do it, and then a big portion of those children would end up having to be supported by the taxpayers.
Can a parent whos not married take a child away from the other parent?
Perhaps if the parents are unmarried and the father has not established his paternity legally. In other cases, depending on the details, a parent cannot prevent the other parent from seeing the children without a court order to that effect. The answer can depend other factors such as who has custody, if the parents are married, divorced or never married, if there is an outstanding visitation order, if the parties are under the jurisdiction of a court, etc.
How do you collect child support from an illegal alien?
I know that if you are illegal in the US, they will deport you. If your child is a US Citizen, the child will stay in the US and you will go back to your country of origin. They are trying to fix this problem, because of so many illegal immigrants coming across the border illegally and are having children. Well the children stay in the US and the parents are sent back. * Contact the state's department of children and family services for assistance. Immigration status does not relieve a parent of the right to receive support for their child or receive public assistance if necessary. Deportation is not "automatic" each case is assessed on the individual circumstances. Any child born in the US is a citizen. In such a situation the child is referred to as an "anchor baby" meaning the unlawfully present parent generally is given the opportunity to remain in the US. Children are NEVER taken from a parent simply because the parent is unlawfully present within the US.
Do both the mother and father have to pay child support if grandmother has custody?
Unfortunately, you still have to pay if these are her grandparents. It is up to the grandparents to suggest to her that she pay something towards the children. If they are your grandparents then they can seek legal council and demand she too pay child support. If she is living with the grandparents and raising your child then it is solely up to the grandparents to decide if they foot the bill or she does. Sorry. Marcy
Depending on your state, she can file for up to 18 years retroactive child support. In Michigan, the mother, or a child of the Age of Majority, can file prior to the child reaching age 23. They allow the full 18 year retroactive. In Florida, it must be file prior to the child turning 19, but they have a two year limit on retroactive. Missouri has a five year limit of retroactive. But, even in states with limits, Welfare can override and demand a refund for all benefits provided. In California, they have a full 18 year allowance, plus 20% of the income of a current spouse or S/O can be included in the calculations.
It should also be noted that a man's current two year average of gross income will be used, and not was was earned each of those previous years in establishing retroactive child support.
Take note, that circumstances that brought about the conception is not a consideration in establishing child support. These include:
* The woman impregnating herself with the semen resulting from oral copulation. A Florida Doctor learned this the hard way. * The woman impregnating herself with the semen taken from a used condom. * A woman getting pregnant as a result of sexual activities with an underage boy, than waiting until after the Criminal Statute of Limitation to pass to file a retroactive child support order. * A woman intoxicating or giving a male GHB (Date Rape Drug), along with a large dose of Viagra, in order to have BABY MAKING SEX with him during her peak "fertile window" for the month.
For this reason alone, along with the high rates of paternity fraud, it's very important for men to seriously consider being sexually active, outside marriage, is really worth the potential costs.
Can a grandparent gain Custody of grandchild if both unmarried parents have deserted the child?
There is no "percentage rate". The court is concerned with the child's welfare only. If someone believes a child is endangered or being neglected, they should report it to CFS. An investigation will be done, and if the claims are proven true, the child(ren) will become Ward(s)of the Court. A custody hearing will be held in Family(Domestic) court. Grandparent(s) are often granted custody if they are willing and proven able to care for the child(ren).
What rights does an out of wedlock minor child have to the father's estate?
The out of wedlock child would need to be included in the will to become an "automatic" heir. It is doubtful he or she would be considered eligible under the state's probate succession laws if the parent in question died intestate. It is possible for the custodial parent to file a lawsuit claim against the estate, but that can be expensive, time consuming and emotionally traumatic. Such cases can become very complexed and unfortunately bring out the worse in the parties involved and usually result in monies being owed rather than gained.
When did the termination age for child support in NY go from 18 to 21?
The age of majority in New York changed from 21 to 18 in 1971. This was a result of lowering the voting age in the United States.
If a mother does not want child support can the father see his child?
You will still have to pay back if any owed. After you sign you won't have to pay anymore because all your legal rights to the child will be terminiated.
If Mom agrees to let you voluntarily terminate your parental rights, then, no, you won't have to pay child support going forward (but will still have to pay any arrearage unless Mom agrees to forgive it). But DO NOT do this if it not what you want to do. If you want to be a father, fight for it. Get court ordered visitation, then if Mom refuses to allow you to see your child, she can be held in contempt of court.
Well if the Bio father is unaware of the baby then I don't believe he has to pay child support because the mom decided that the father didn't need to know about the child and if the child is adopted (like me) either by a step dad or by a different set of parent AND the father know about the child Then the father would need to pay back child support.
When does child support end in Texas?
Child support in Texas ends when the child reaches the age of 18 or graduates from high school whichever comes LAST. Additionally, if the child marries or becomes emancipated you can request that your support payments stop.
How much child support should you be getting for 2 kids?
It's not that simple. Each situation is different. Ask your attorney. It's not that simple. Each situation is different. Ask your attorney. It's not that simple. Each situation is different. Ask your attorney. It's not that simple. Each situation is different. Ask your attorney. It's not that simple. Each situation is different. Ask your attorney.
No he doesn't. If you stop paying child support, you're not allowed to see the child, but you get backed up a lot of bills, so if you sign over the rights and don't see the child, you don't have to pay child support. Also, if you receive full custody of one child, and another child lives with your ex, you terminate child support, & you still get to see your other child. So unless it's changed, or is different from county to county, or if I've witnessed special cases, that should be how it is. If Mom agrees to let Dad voluntarily terminate his parental rights, then, no, he won't have to pay child support going forward (but will still have to pay any arrearage unless Mom agrees to forgive it). However, Dad can
Does the noncustodial parent still have to pay child support if child becomes pregnant?
You have to obey the orders of the court until they are modified after an appropriate motion has been filed with the court and approved by the judge. The court will generally act independently and it is up to the noncustodial parent to seek a termination or suspension of the child support and seek custody of the children.
What are the lyrics to the kingsmen child child?
Think back to the time when Jesus saved your soul remember the joy when you gave Him full control but if time has removed the peace you knew then He's calling you back to the place you began . Child Child why do you wander out in the darkness away from the fold Child Child there's comfort in closeness so walk just as close as you can. I know I'm redeemed cause Ive been to Calvary though sometimes I falter & fail His will to see but forgiveness is all mine in Him I'll rejoice because I'm one of His sheep & His sheep know His voice Back to chorus
Can a mother reopen a child support case after she has closed it?
Yes, depending on the circumstances. She should visit the court and discuss her situation with a clerk or court advocate.
How do you file a civil suit for back child support?
The defendant's response should be a written statement with a copy of the heading of the summons included or all information contained therein, (case number, court division number, date and time of hearing, plaintiff, etc,). The statement from the defendant is simply his or her answers based only on pertinent facts to all the charges made in the suit. The defendant sends a copy to the plaintiff and/or plaintiff's attorney and files a copy in the office of the clerk of the court that issued the summons.
Can a non-custodial mother file for child support from the non-custodial father?
Can a non custodial parent get child tax credit?" if the mom the one she is living with gives right or even if the baby has her dads last name can he claim her? plz say yes
Does the Form 8332 (used to release the exemption to the noncustodial parent) affect the Child Tax Credit? Yes. The Child Tax Credit can only be claimed by the parent claiming the exemption. In this case the noncustodial parent would qualify for the dependency exemption and therefore the child tax credit. Please refer to the Form 1040 Instructions or the Form 1040A Instructions index for Child Tax Credit. The referenced pages will explain who qualifies for this credit, and how to calculate it.
You may be able to claim a child tax credit if you have a qualifying child. A child is your qualifying child if the child:
- Is a citizen, resident, or national of the United States,
- Is under age 17 at the end of the calendar year in which your tax year begins,
- Is your son, daughter, stepson, stepdaughter, legally adopted child (or a child lawfully placed with you for legal adoption), brother, sister, stepbrother, stepsister, foster child placed with you by an authorized placement agency or by a court order, or a descendant of any such person,
- Shares with you the same principal place of abode for more than one-half of the tax year, or is treated as your qualifying child under the special rule for parents who are divorced, separated, or living apart, and
- Is not treated as the qualifying child of another taxpayer under the special rule for two or more taxpayers claiming a qualifying child or the special rule for parents who are divorced, separated, or living apart.
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What is an unwed mother's rights in fl?
an underage mother should have her parents help her if they are supportive of her position and ask a lawyer that deals in family matters. there should be no legal reason why she can't keep her child. fl. law does allow underage mothers to keep their kids as long as they have some means of support such as welfare housing wick foodstamps and the mother will have the ability to continue her education and take her baby with her. there are special schools that provide child care while the mommy is in classes. her main focus should be the welfare and future of her and her child. unless she has a good education, goals, good morals, loves her child and can prove to the state that her main concern is her child and be willing to go to parenting classes to help her with knowing how to deal with different problems and coping skills instead of abuse to raise her child again there should be no reason why she shouldn't be able to raise her own kid again it really helps to have loving supportive parents. but if she's alone and the father of the child refuses to have any part in the raising of their child, then she should make sure he's forced into help with the financial issues and child support, depending on the age of the father. if he's underage also he'll need to also take parenting classes along with mom and counseling would be a good idea also. marriage would be the worse thing they could do just for the sake of the kids then the relationship is doomed before it even gets off the ground. be blessed and may yours and your baby's future be filled with joy and the love of God * Minors who are pregnant and/or have a child/children have the same custodial rights as an adult. A minor cannot be forced to obtain an abortion, relinquish parental rights, place the child for adoption and so forth unless a court rules otherwise. Young mothers who are in need of assistance should contact their state's department of family and children's services. They can also receive assistance with legal, medical and other issues through Birthright, http://www.birthright.org or toll free 1-800-550-4900.
How long do you have to pay child support in Alabama?
In Alabama, child support must be paid until the child reaches the age of majority, which is 19; however, the Court can rule that a parent be responsible for paying college expenses even after a child reaches this age as long as the request is made prior to reaching the age of majority.
