Denver, CO asked in Family Law and Child Support for Colorado

Q: I had a court order starting 2/7/17 When is my first payment? I got a letter saying it's due 2/16/17? I'm freaking out

Someone told me March 7. Someone else told me before the end of February. My case technician won't answer or return my phone calls. and I just received a letter saying the payment was due on the 17th of February. So they only gave me one week to come up with 400 dollars... help.me please

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Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
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  • Fort Collins, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: Follow the date listed on letter the you received from the court. This should mean 2/17/17. The best advice is to pay the amount as soon as you are able. If you have to wait until the end of the month, one late payment is not catastrophic, but do not make a habit of paying late.

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