Q: I pay an agreed amount in support. My ex is keeping my kids from me. Can she do that? She wants money now.
I told her to wait til the end of the month. I have always paid my support to her. Even though its not court ordered.She doesn't want to wait. She says i cannot see them til i give her something. Is this wrong of her? We are going to court soon.
A: When you go to court the judge should order custody and visitation corresponding to your parenting plan. Yes, it's wrong of her, but until then, or unless you get an order for visitation while the case is pending, there is nothing you can do. Visitation and support are not dependent upon one another. A parent's custody and visitation rights can be enforced whether or not support is current (and visa versa).
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