Q: Can I get money back from child support after I find out the child's not mine ?
A: Thank you for your question; I am sorry you had to pay child support for a child that is not yours. The answer is “Yes” you can. However, the application has to be made in the procedurally correct manner, with proof as to the child not being yours. The mother needs to be served. I strongly suggest that you pursue a consultation with a family law attorney to more fully discuss this issue and to understand the application process.
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A: Yes, you can get the funds back, but you are going to need an experienced matrimonial attorney to file the appropriate legal pleadings. This is no a do-it-yourself project.
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