Houston, TX asked in Child Support and Family Law for Colorado

Q: If I was sent chid support papers to file from CSS through CPS do I have to file through them or can I file by myself

Granted full custody of daughter and CPS cased closed recently. I recieved papers to file for cild support through CSS this week with a deadline to return them. Do I have to file these papers for child support through them with my payments coming from CPS, which my ex is still involved with or can I refuse to file the and file for the support myself through the courts.

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Sabra M. Janko
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  • Colorado Springs, CO
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A: It depends on what the paperwork says and whether there is any court order associated with the support. An attorney would have to review your paperwork and any court orders to advise you on your options.

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