Providence, RI asked in Family Law for Rhode Island

Q: If I am Receiving state assistance food stamps/ medical am I enforced to pay child support ?

I am on state assistance with my family and my ex sprung child support on me. I had been ruled to pay yet, after hearing that I am on state assistance the lawyer removed himself from the case. I don`t understand what is going on but I was told that he should have not been able to come after me for child support. how do I go about clearing up my case or arrearage ?

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Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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  • PROVIDENCE, RI
  • Licensed in Rhode Island

A: The court will likely ask you why you have not gotten a job. If you are unable to work, they will be looking for evidence in support of that claim.

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