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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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In Kentucky can father sign over parental rights without the mother agreeing?
If you are looking to sign over your parental rights in Kentucky, you need to contact the family courts that deal with child welfare. Signing over your rights should only be done in extreme situations and in most cases you are then required to pay child support to the state.
Who did the the mugwumps support?
They consisted of Republican political activistis who were credited with swinging the 1884 presidential election for the Demcratic candidate Grover Cleveland (over James G. Blaine).
Mugwump comes from the Algonquian word mugquomp (meaning sanctimoniously important person).
What is the minimum child support payments in Louisiana?
In Louisiana you pay child support until the child is 18 or 19 years of age. If the child is still in high school at the time when he or she turns 18, you would pay until the child is 19 and out of school.
Which of these was a leading supporter and proponent of Legalism?
Han Fiezi and/or Li Si. They are both the leading supporters of Legalism today.
What will happen if a child doesnt get any education?
Without information you will not be able to make the best out of your life. You will not be successful.
Why does the convention on the rights of the child exist?
It exists because when families aren't able to give their child(ren) what they need, government believes they should help.
Can a child in Connecticut decide to end visitation with non-custodial parent?
No, this decision is made by the judge, not the child or the parents. However, if you or your custodial parent feels it is not safe or if the non-custodial parent is emotionally abusive, etc., then you can have your attorney file a motion to have visitation stopped. But it will not be granted unless you have very good, valid reasons for requesting no visitation with the parent.
But before doing something this drastic, I suggest you examine your reasons for wanting to stop the visitation, and be very honest. If you want to stop visitation for the wrong reasons, this may very well cause irreparable damage between you and your other parent. And if that parent loves you and is good to you, think how devestating that will be to them.
Also, if the parent with whom you do reside is encouraging you to not see your other parent anymore, and if the other parent is good to you, then you need to go by what you feel and know, not by someone who may just want revenge on the other parent.
A child shall be entitled to support by the parents until the child reaches 18 years of age. Support may continue after the age of 18 if the child requires substantial care and personal supervision because of a mental or physical disability and will not be capable of self-support, and the disability exists or is known to exist on or before the 18th birthday of the child.
Sections §43-112 and 43-112.1a of the Oklahoma Statutes
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Do you have to pay child support and insurance for your 17 year old pregnant daughter?
yes, but perhaps she needs a better home life.
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If father wants to give up parental rights before child is born?
Cannot give up rights on a non-person. Child must be born first. First there has to be a human being, a live birth in order to terminate rights from it. Also, you need the consent of the Mother. If you make a baby with someone you must terminate responsibility to it with that parent. If she will not consent, make the best of it by filing for your parental rights, begin paying support before the State comes after you and enjoy your child.
The State should not be considering your income, or garnishing your income to pay for your spouse's child support. If the State intercepts your Federal tax refund, you should file an "injured spouse" form (not sure of the number), to recover your share of the refund. If the State intercepts a State tax refund, there should be instructions on how to go about recovering your share.
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Can you enroll your child in a new school if you have joint custody and primary residence?
Move your child where? Out of state, within the state, to another home within the same town? Circumstances may vary depending on state law and the provisions outlined in the original custody order, but generally, you cannot move if it presents a hardship to the other parent in maintaining their visitation or other rights without the other parent's consent and/or approval of the court.
When asking for legal advice, it's very helpful to post as much detail as possible, including the state where the child currently legally resides.
Can get child support from a father who gets disability?
Yes, as long as it's not public assistance/SSI. BTW, if the child's RSDI benefit is based on the obligor's SSA account, it is considered child support. If that benefit exceeds the amount ordered for child support, the obligor does not owe any additional payment.
How much money does a foster parent get a month?
There are several variables. In some states the foster family is paid a per diem per child. This is meant to cover the expenses of the child (other than medical). The per diem rates vary based on the child's situation. Foster families that take special needs children often receive more. You need to check into the laws in your area to find out.
His debts died with him. His widow and former family have nothing to do with the matter.
Can you get emancipated if you have a child?
Contrary to popular belief, simply becoming a parent does not make a person emancipated. Generally speaking, the only way to become an emancipated minor is by order of the court (and not all states have emancipation laws), getting (legally) married, or joining the military (which minors need parental consent to do).
Does the custodial parent have to let the non custodial parent claim child on taxes?
Depends on the agreement between you two. Often one or the other would benefit more, so doing the math may help. There is an IRS letter of agreement that should be signed.
Can you sue for back child support that is not court ordered?
No, before a suit for arrearages can be filed there must be a valid support order in place. The custodial parent can file for support according to the laws of the state in which he or she resides. If the order is granted the court will determine at that time whether or not any arrearages are applicable.
When a parent is incarcerated do they have to pay back child support owed?
In such a situation the support order will remain valid and collectible. When the person is released from custody the child support enforcement division for the state will take whatever action required to recover the monies owed.
The matter of a non custodial parent being in a position where they are unable to honor a support order does not change the terms of said order. For that to happen the non custodial parent must petition the court to have the order amended or rescinded.
In New York State does a father have to pay child support if he is unemployed?
If the father becomes unemployed, he should immediately contact the court to seek relief from the child support obligations. He may NOT just stop paying.
Can non parent managing conservators be required to pay child support?
I'm not familiar with the term 'managing conservators,' but it sounds to me as if such persons are not legally responsible for the child and, therefore, can not be required to pay child support.
What is the most that can be garnished for child support?
Typically, most states do not allow the courts to award more than half of your income to child support.
