Q: Do I still have to pay child support after my daughter turns 18 if she is still in high school?
The dissolution papers did not state a date. This marriage was dissolved in St Paul Mn.
A:
Yes, for purposes of child support a child is defined as follows:
"Child" means an individual under 18 years of age, an individual under age 20 who is still attending secondary school, or an individual who, by reason of physical or mental condition, is incapable of self-support.
So you are responsible for child support until the child turns 18 but if your daughter is still in high school you have to continue pay support until she is 20. Please feel free to contact me should you have any further questions #651.270.6484.
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