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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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What is a non-custodial parent application for?
In American legalese, a noncustodial parent is the non-resident parent who has not been granted care of the child(ren).
Can a person get a fishing license if they owe child support in Nebraska?
Not if there are arrears of more than $2500.
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.
They can try but they will not win unless you are unsuitable parents. Some states have laws regarding grandparents rights to see their grandchildren so they can win visitation right if you are in such state.
What if your child stops growing?
One way is to check x-rays. The long bones have areas on them called growth plates, and they close as the body matures.
Around 20 to 35 years old when you start staying your normal height and even start shrinking
How is child support divided up between housing and food?
It isn't. In general, child support is a percentage of the obligor's income. The obligee (or the State, if the child is receiving public assistance) is expected to use the money in the child's best interest.
Can an aunt get custody of a minor child in Florida?
It might be possible if the court decides that the parents of the minor are unfit to properly care for the child. Before a guardianship petition would be accepted from any adult concerning custody of a minor the minor's parents would have to voluntarily relinquish their rights or the court would have to permanently terminate the rights the parents to the minor child. In some cases a minor is placed in the home of a relative temporarily while an investigation is completed by child protective services or while the judge is deciding what action if any should be taken in regards to the minor child's welfare.
All of the rules for you and the child have to be met that would allow you to be able to claim an individual as a qualifying child (QC) dependent on your income tax form.
For all of the rules go to the IRS gov web site and use the search box for PUBLICATION 17 go to chapter 3. Personal Exemptions and Dependents
Qualifying Child
There are six tests that must be met for a child to be your qualifying child.
The six tests are
1 Relationship
2 Age
3 Residency
4 Support
5 Joint return, and
6 Special test for qualifying child of more than one person.
These tests are explained next.
Table 3-1 Overview of the Rules for Claiming an Exemption for a Dependent
Can a grandparent sue for child support on behalf of daughter?
A grandparent with legal custody would have standing to request a child support order for support from the biological parents. If the grandparents have no legal standing they cannot bring an action for child support.
A grandparent with legal custody would have standing to request a child support order for support from the biological parents. If the grandparents have no legal standing they cannot bring an action for child support.
A grandparent with legal custody would have standing to request a child support order for support from the biological parents. If the grandparents have no legal standing they cannot bring an action for child support.
A grandparent with legal custody would have standing to request a child support order for support from the biological parents. If the grandparents have no legal standing they cannot bring an action for child support.
What if the father don't want nothing to do with the kids does he still have to pay child support?
She can file a motion for contempt in the court that issued the child support order and seek help from the state child support enforcement unit. States take a parent's obligation to support their child quite seriously since the slack often must be made up by the public. They have the means to collect by garnishing wages, taking tax refunds, etc.
She can file a motion for contempt in the court that issued the child support order and seek help from the state child support enforcement unit. States take a parent's obligation to support their child quite seriously since the slack often must be made up by the public. They have the means to collect by garnishing wages, taking tax refunds, etc.
She can file a motion for contempt in the court that issued the child support order and seek help from the state child support enforcement unit. States take a parent's obligation to support their child quite seriously since the slack often must be made up by the public. They have the means to collect by garnishing wages, taking tax refunds, etc.
She can file a motion for contempt in the court that issued the child support order and seek help from the state child support enforcement unit. States take a parent's obligation to support their child quite seriously since the slack often must be made up by the public. They have the means to collect by garnishing wages, taking tax refunds, etc.
How is MD child support calculated?
In general, child support is a percentage of income after taxes and insurance. In Illinois, it's 20% of net income for one child, 25% for two, etc. Income includes almost everything, including overtime, unemployment benefits and workers compensation, but not welfare payments or SSI.
Do foster parents who adopt still get monthly assitance?
Sometimes, the amounts vary by state, and work on a case by case basis.
In general:
- You will get an adoption subsidy if you are adopting special needs children (medical, severe behavior, autism, sibling groups, mixed race, children older than 8 years old, etc)
- You may be able to negotiate one with the case manager regardless of special needs.
What child support do you get if ex husband doesn't work and gets ssi?
Yes. All SS benefits including SSI are subject to garnishment for child support obligations. If there is a court order in place for support the child support enforcement agency in the state where the order is issued should be notified if a non payment situation exists.
If there is no existing court order for child support the custodial parent or guardian should file a lawsuit in the civil court requesting financial support of the minor child/children.
Should a parent with partial physical custody and joint legal custody pay child support?
It depends on a number of different factors. How often do you have the children vs the other parent? What is your income vs the other parent? etc. Child support is supposed to reflect the type of lifestyle your child may have had if the parents had stayed together. It is also to keep it fair to the parents. If one makes $50 a week and is told to pay $5 in support, but the other makes $1000 a week, asking only $5 from parent #2 wouldn't be fair. It is based on percentage. So even if you have 50% custody and visitation, if you make more money, then the bulk of support for the child will most likely come from you. Actully its not fair, but we have to pay it because people who dont work hard think it is fair. I work 60 hrs a week and my x wife who left me for another man only works 30 hrs a week. Even tho we make the same money an hr, since I work harder I have to pay the cheating coniving woman.
How do you get the child's father to pay child support if the father refuses to work in Minnesota?
Go to your local Department of Human Services office and tell them that you want child support from him. If he is your ex husband and it was court ordered then he is now in contempt of court and is in trouble and must pay up or he could face fines, jail time, suspension of drivers licenses, etc...
What questions will be asked of the parents in deciding custody of children?
When my sister went through this they asked her anything they wanted to. Anything that could possibily cause her to look like she couldn't take care of her kids. It was pretty nasty at times. It went on for several court dates. Be prepared for anything negative they might throw your way. Good luck.
What happens to child support payments when the parent paying the support dies?
If she had a will and left the child to a guardian then that may continue or if the person paying the child support takes the child it would stop. The court appoints a temporary guardian, usually the non custodial parent when possible and/or a Guardian Ad Litem. The child support order remains in affect because the money is meant for the child not the custodial parent. If the obligated parent is not awarded custody of the child, the child support will be paid to whomever the court appoints by means of the child support enforcement guidelines, until the child reaches the age at which the support is terminated by the court or the child is adopted.
Is a husband responsible for his wifes child support payments?
If her deceased husband overpaid his child support his estate could sue to recoup the amount of the overpayment. His widow must petition to be appointed his estate representative and that appointment would provide her with the authority to bring suit. Of course, all the costs associated with that action must be considered and the amount of the overpayment must be large enough to warrant such an action. Keep in mind that minor children have a claim to their father's estate in most jurisdictions.
What happens if one parent claims a child then the other parent claims the same child?
It is perfectly normal for a child to have two parents, so if two parents claim the same child, they could all live together and be a family. However, if the two parents in quesiton do not like each other, then they will probably need the services of a court to decide who gets custody of the child - although they do have the option of reaching their own agreement with eachother, which might involve sharing the child in some way.
Do I still have to pay child support if the mom dies?
No, child support is established to Support the Child. There are usually clauses within a Divorce decree or Separation agreement that indicate when Child Support stops -- usually at eighteen, or if the chidl marries, or if the child dies.
Does the father have to be present to be on a child's birth certificate?
Yes, but it grants him no rights
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Can SSI be garnished for back child support in California?
SSI, being a form of public assistance, cannot be garnished for child support anywhere.
How do you report a dead beat dad's location?
If you're looking for money, leave them alone. They don't have money for you. Let it go. If you're looking for a long lost dad, then google it like everyone else does.. or hire someone who professionally finds people, like bounty hunters or a private detective. It will cost you more money and time and grief, then they are worth if you're looking to collect.
If child support was never paid Can a mother sue for back child support after a child is grown up?
The child has no legal recourse. The mother should be the one to sue because she has been responsible financially for the child all of those years. The laws may be different in your state, but I doubt you will get far. Consult a lawyer.
Income has been lowered how do you get child support lowered?
Petition the court for a modification of your support order as soon as possible. Beware, if it was a voluntary loss of pay, the judge won't take kindly to it and still make you pay the whole amount.
