Q: Will I get in trouble for not showing for proceedings?.
My mom got served child support paperwork at my previous address.. I no longer live in nyc and my name is not on birth certificate.. the child is 5yrs old now..
A: If you do not show up in court, you are demonstrating to the court that you are a careless person and does not care about the child. This decision of yours can haunt you for the rest of your life. Supposed, you get married, and your spouse sue you for divorce and custody of new kids and the lawyer is really techy and aggressive that he pulls up this (current case) lack of consideration, and not showing up in court to be used against you. If you can't make it to hearings, you can hire a lawyer and represent you in court. This way you can have a shot at the custody of the matter. Unless you just don't want to be a part of the child's life. Child support is enforced in all 50 states and in many countries. No matter where you go, it will always follow you. The worst, they will start garnishing your paycheck. Make matters easier for yourself not difficult. Work with a competent attorney to represent your interests.
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