Q: How should I respond to a petition for modification of child support due to a child turning 18?
This fact is true however, the child is in college and is still being supported by myself and currently resides in my home. I also still pay for his insurance, vehicle, gas, and food.
A: The law in Florida is that child support terminates at age 18 and/or high school graduation. Unless you have a settlement agreement that says something different the child support will end.
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Agree with Rand. Child support is through high school or until a child turns 18. Therefore, it looks like child support will be completed if your child already finished high school and is approaching 18.
Good luck!
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