Q: I reside in Florida with my two minor children. The father of my children resides in Puerto Rico.
How do I enforce child support? Previously, I tried to put him in child support at no avail. I have even provided his address and SS but still I am never entitled to anything including health insurance
A: Have you ever been to court for paternity? You need a court order to pursue child support. The father can be served in PR and child support can be enforced in PR. See if your local jurisdiction (court) has a child support enforcement office. They normally help you for free. Otherwise speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
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