Muskegon, MI asked in Child Support and Criminal Law for Michigan

Q: My brother was arrested for owing $50,000 in child support. What is the possibility of him doing jail/prison time?

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Daniel Hilf
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Daniel Hilf
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Troy, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: A lot depends upon his Judge, your brother's prior record, and his sentencing guidelines. In most cases, the Court is more interested in payment. If the Court imposes a probationary sentence, they have an opportunity to hold jail or prison over his head if he does not make payments. He should hire a lawyer to help him, if he has not done so already.

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