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Does non-custodial parent have to file some kind of motion with a court (Indiana) to make sure that they no longer have to make CS payments? Child finished secondary school, is not going to college and is not handicapped.
Mother and father never married, ex-girlfriend taking father back to court for more money because she wants to go back to school, but want babY daddy to pay more money. Father has four children, total. The newest being born 4/29/2020
answered on Jun 25, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question if the child support was ordered in a divorce proceeding it may be public, if the order was in a paternity matter then it would not be public, but the person paying the support can go to the local county clerk's office or child support clerk... View More 
I have joint custody and am the noncustodial parent. Child support is all current no problems but the mother of my son is changing on her own the court ordered visitation time. She has withheld my son once now and will again. How do I get someone to enforce the court order we have so I get my... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question you can file contempt on her via the courts.
answered on Jun 18, 2020
19 and that is if there is no arrears and you request it
answered on Jun 9, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question you can but you face contempt or interference with custody charges.
My son is 18 and my Florida ordered support has stopped. My ex-wife has filed for Adult Gardianship of my son. If I don’t contest this, how does it effect me?
answered on Jun 5, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question he is an adult and you can not consent and object to it happening but it is a matter for the court to decide.
Order to pay tuition for 19 year old daughter but laid off due to Covid. Can I ask the court to pause?
answered on Jun 5, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question you can file a motion with the court to request it and it will be up to the court to grant it or not.
answered on Jun 1, 2020
Based on the information you provided in your question you can ask but it is his parenting time, unless you have a right of first refusal in your agreement.
I can’t afford an attorney, so I print off and file the contempt papers and fill them out myself. She has not been letting me have them on my court ordered parenting time and has been warned by the judge last time we were in court about it. I’ve tried to file twice and it hasn’t gone through... View More
answered on May 28, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question you should request the clerk to do it and then drop a copy of it in the mail to her attorney
answered on May 28, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question it depends if you have established paternity or not and if so at a minimum Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines.
I have been unable to contact my son. I don’t have a lawyer yet, but am looking for one. What are my options with finding my son?
answered on May 18, 2020
Based on the information in your question you should seek counsel from your area immediately.
(home, recreational property, 401Ks, etc.). Minor child just turned 17 years old. I need to start the divorce process. How should I proceed/what do I do? Covid 19 protocol for face to face meetings with a lawyer? I never thought it would come to this.
answered on May 18, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question it would depend on the lawyer if they are doing face to face meetings or not. Additionally, no one ever is prepared or ready for this in their life, so finding a lawyer in your area that fits your needs is important.
answered on May 18, 2020
Based on the information you provided in your question I would agree with Mr. Tyson, you can always file something with the court and see what they order, but he is right no hard and fast rules, the standard is what is in the best interest of the minor child.
He was current until the end of December, then he changed jobs. He completely stopped paying and has only had one visitation since Thanksgiving. He’s over $3,300 behind.
answered on May 13, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question, yes the State of Indiana does track and calculate the amount a non-custodial parent pays or does not pay in support.
We have join custody and my child wants to drop out due to bullying, I'm ok with with it, shes 16 and we live in Indiana. Her mom isn't ok with it, so I was wondering since we have joint custody do both parents have to give consent for my child to drop out.
answered on May 13, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question, if you have joint custody of the minor child yes you both have to agree on the decisions made in regards to the minor child's health, education and religion, if you can't agree you can use the court to make the decision for you.
I Am making less than I did and have been self employed for the last two years. I also have three other children in my home and one has a disability diagnosis. He’s homeschooled and self employment allows me to be home with him. Does this make a difference? Is it worth it? The child I pay... View More
answered on May 8, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question yes you are entitled to a modification and should explore that option based on your current circumstances.
Will they be taken my stimulus check
answered on May 8, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question if you owe back support your stimulus check can be taken for that reason by the state.
Is there anyway to get some relief from this . The ex works makes 20 dollars an hour all children are adults
answered on May 8, 2020
Based on the information provided in your questions you can contact your local IV-D Office and see what they advise you.
If it is approved or will the noncustodial parent still be required to pay support until the child is age 19 in addition to the educational needs?
answered on May 7, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question it should convert to college expenses, so you don't pay both its one or the other in most cases.
A friend recently got kicked out of her house. She has sole custody of her kids but the dad won't give them back or let her see them. She has an apartment lined up and can take the kids to her parents or a shelter with her. Is it legal for him to keep the kids and why won't the police... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2020
Based on the information provided in your question this is a civil family matter and the police typically do not enforce civil family orders when the child is with a biological parent or guardian. Additionally, I would add he has some arguments to justify the actions if what you say here is true.
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