Q: I have recently regained sole custody. Does my child support terminate automatically or do I need to file a motion?
DCPP removed my son from me and he was placed temporarily in the custody of the state of NJ. I was reunified on Monday 5/14/18 and regained the sole custody I had prior to the DCPP involvement. I had been ordered to pay the state child support and I was paying it. However they are still looking for payment now. Does my child support terminate automatically? I know I have to pay the arrears but the amount is continuing to accrue while I am in the person now caring for my son. I live in Trenton NJ currently but my case is out of Ocean County, NJ.
A:
Thank you for your question.
Yes, in order to terminate or modify the child support order, you have to file an application with the Court. In order to do so, you have to show that there has been a change in circumstances for same, which is the change in custody in your case. I strongly encourage you to schedule a consultation with an experienced family law attorney.
I hope this information was helpful to you.
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