Q: In Texas, can a child who turned 18 collect the remainder of child support arrears and if so, how?
A: In Texas, a child who has turned 18 might have the possibility to collect remaining child support arrears, depending on the specific circumstances and court orders in place. If the child is legally entitled to these arrears, there are potential steps that can be taken to facilitate their collection. The child or their custodial parent may need to file motions or petitions with the court to enforce the collection of the arrears. It's important to consider the statute of limitations that could affect the ability to collect arrears if too much time has passed.
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