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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
Do i still pay child support in the state of Georgia when your child goes to college?
unless the court has ordered you pay throughout the childs college (which can age from 21-24) it ceases on the child's 18th birthday, however, if you owe backpay your obligation does not cease until that backpay is met in full regardless of the childs age
Generally, no. If the non-custodial parent chooses to move out of state their decision to move cannot result in expense for the custodial parent unless an agreement to that effect is made between the parties.
If the custodial parent moves out of state resulting in expense for the non-custodial parent the court will often order some sort of reimbursement as part of the modification of the visitation order when the NC parent consents and the court approves the move.
What is the minimum visitation rights for fathers?
Information on visitation rights for father's can be provided by any attorney that works with related matters. Many law offices exist within many towns in the country.
What happens when the father signs his rights over in mississippi child support case?
A parent cannot simply sign away their rights to a child. There are many factors that come into play in the state of Mississippi. If the child is abandoned by the parent then their rights can be stripped but they will still have to pay child support.
Can a father sign over his rights in Oklahoma?
Of course she can ask but she can not force him to. Only a judge can if he finds reasons for it.
What age should a child be able to walk to school on her own?
They should definitely be able to start walking by themselves by the age of one and a half or two-with falling only maybe once or twice. And by the age of three, they really should be able to walk and run fine.
How much in arrears do you have to be in child support before they lock you up?
It sounds like the courts want you to take paying child support seriously. Take the time off to reevaluate your priorities. Above all, you are a parent and nothing should get in the way of providing for your child. By the way, you can also provide time and energy to the child.
What do you do if your ex is breaking your custody agreement?
You can take her to court. People do not have the option of ignoring a court order. A legal custody agreement once approved by the court becomes a court order. You can file a motion for contempt of court. If she continues to violate the custody order she could lose custody. You need to act ASAP.
You can take her to court. People do not have the option of ignoring a court order. A legal custody agreement once approved by the court becomes a court order. You can file a motion for contempt of court. If she continues to violate the custody order she could lose custody. You need to act ASAP.
You can take her to court. People do not have the option of ignoring a court order. A legal custody agreement once approved by the court becomes a court order. You can file a motion for contempt of court. If she continues to violate the custody order she could lose custody. You need to act ASAP.
You can take her to court. People do not have the option of ignoring a court order. A legal custody agreement once approved by the court becomes a court order. You can file a motion for contempt of court. If she continues to violate the custody order she could lose custody. You need to act ASAP.
What to do if a child is not listening?
If your child doesn't listen to you... maybe you should try listen to him or her. When I was a teenager my parents would just lecture and tell me crap, and if I had anything to say they would just shut it down and not give a damn. If you want your child to respect what you have to say, then you should respect what he or she has to say.
This can't be done overnight, and it may take time.
Make them listen, DUH!
How much of the world's population supports child labor?
i think the percentage of the child labor in the world is more than 60% since there are many poor countries and there are rich people
Can you move to another country with your child if you have primary joint custody?
The term "primary joint custody" is contradictory. Primary (or sole) custody means one parent has full rights of decision as to the care of the child, including education, medical treatment, etc. Joint custody means parents share equal rights in major decisions such as moving the child to another state or country. One parent cannot legally take such action without the other's consent or without permission of the court.
What are the responsibilities of the non-custodial parent?
The child has a right to see the parent if she wishes. The wishes of the child should be of paramount importance. Unless there are certain court orders in place (restraining order, protection from abuse order, divorce decree or Parental Rights and Responsibilities) or if the noncustodial parent has a criminal record for a sexual offense, the noncustodial parent does have rights. However the things they do should be with consideration for the child and custodial parent in mind.
AnswerUnless they have been determined to be unfit the non-custodial parent has the right to request a visitation order from the court with jurisdiction over the case. Once the visitation order has been established the non-custodial parent has the right to enforce that visitation order, exactly as stated in the order, unless it is modified by the court. The non-custodial parent has the right to be informed about important aspects of the child's life such as medical conditions and treatments, school attendance and school functions, sports programs, etc.
Do you have to have a paternity test to legitimate a child?
Not necessarily. Depending on the jurisdiction, he may sign an acknowledgment of paternity or acknowledge paternity in open court.
Generally, all children have the same rights, whether born within wedlock or not. The issue may be one of proving your status as a child of the mother, but you are an equal to the "legitimate" child. The terms "illigitimate" and "legitimate" children are no longer in use, by the way.
How old does child can travel by themselves?
Depends on the airline. Some are 10, some 8, some airlines do not take unaccompanied minors at all. Call the airline for their rules.
If non-custodial parent does not have a job can their spouse pay child support?
The NCP's spouse cannot be made to pay child support.
Yes. A different view: If the custodial moves out of state and abandons a minor, then the custodial parent should be charged with endangering a minor, child abuse and neglect. Then the non-custodial parent should be given full custody of the minor child, and should then sue the parent who abandoned child for child support. There is never any reason or excuse for a parent to abandon a minor child, and leave them to "fend for himself". That is child abuse, child endangerment and neglect.
That depends on the law in your state of residence. Some states require that both the parent requesting the test and the person to be tested show up in court. Other states' laws have no such requirement, only that the person who was summoned to court for that purpose show up. Consult an attorney or the family court in your county of residence for specifics.
In the state of pa can a child still receive child support if it is not in the support agreement?
In the state of Pa...I don't know their laws. But you would think if support was not included in the agreement how come/change of circumstances? Support your kids don't wait for someone to make you. Is the support agreement legal, is it registered with the courts or just an agreement between the two. Yes I believe child support agency can administratively initiate a support order if none is in place.
Does a terminally ill non custodial parent still have to pay child support?
Only a judge can decide this, and it only applies if the child is in continuing education.
Yes. Between me and you I'll have someone after her ass!
How does a father go about getting parental rights to visitation in Texas?
If the father was not married to the biological mother at the time the child was born paternity must be established before the court will hear any petition (lawsuit) concerning custodial rights and/or visitation. Most courts will accept a birth certificate naming the father or affidavit of such by the biological mother and father jointly. If such methods are not available or acceptable to the court of jurisdiction a paternity test is needed, preferably DNA testing as opposed to a blood test.
The proof of paternity can be submitted as evidence at the time the lawsuit for custodial and/or visitation rights is filed.
