Chicago, IL asked in Family Law and Child Support for Illinois

Q: I was wanting to marry my fiance but he has back child support will I have to pay for it as well I'm in illinois.

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Angela Peters
Angela Peters
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  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: As you describe your situation, he will remain responsible for child support. You personally will not be responsible for his child support. However, some of the money that he makes during the marriage to you will need to be used to pay his child support. Ordinarily, money made during the marriage belongs to the marriage.

I would suggest you and he talk, so that you both understand everything.

Cheryl Powell agrees with this answer

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