Q: What happens if my ex loses his job because he lied about his credentials?
In his particular field, there is an ethical obligation to report if he is operating without a license. And what are the implications or legal ramifications from the perspective of child support if the person who notifies the licensing bureau is the former spouse?
A: Reporting that a spouse is operating without a license should not itself affect child support payments. Child support payments are based on the Maryland child support guidelines. On the other hand, there may be an impact on child support payments if the former spouse loses his/her job and has no income. The spouse could file with the court for a modification of child support payments because he/she does not have an income. It would be up to a judge to decide whether to modify child support payments either temporarily or permanently.
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