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In Georgia, my ex has sole custody of our 5-year-old daughter, and I have only 3 hours a month of supervised visitation, which has been ongoing for over 2 years. The order states that I can talk to my daughter before 8 PM anytime, but my ex has never brought her to visits. My daughter tells me she... View More 
I am reviewing the status of my child support case in Covington, GA, through the online portal, and it states: 'NCP passed sec ck, adv NCP he can request a copy of DNA test results from LLO provided NCP LLO email address and OFC hours.' Can someone explain what this means regarding my case?
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answered on Mar 6, 2025
The non custodial parent passed security check, they advised him he can request a copy of DNA test results from the office and they gave him the email and office hours.
My child support case in Georgia was closed by a court decision because my child had finished school. However, it was reopened without my notice, and I now have arrears from the termination date to present. Was a court hearing required before reopening the case, and can I request to go before a... View More
I currently pay child support for my child whose mother is in jail. I’m not legitimized in Georgia and the school informed me that I can't transfer my child because I'm not on the checkout list or the person who enrolled them. I don’t have information on how long the mother will be in... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
File for legitimation, have the mother served, and then ask the court for a temporary hearing so you can obtain a temporary order giving you primary physical custody of your minor child. Then you can make major decisions until such time as the court can make a final determination on custody &... View More
There's a court order in place for weekly child support payments from the non-custodial parent. So far, they have missed three payments. I have contacted child support enforcement, and they mentioned that no changes have been made to our case, but enforcement actions may take place. What could... View More
I am currently going through a divorce, and my spouse and I initially agreed and signed a child support addendum. However, the amount in the addendum didn't match the worksheet, and now my spouse is refusing to sign the corrected version. We submitted the addendum previously, and we are... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
If all the necessary paperwork is not signed then you simply no longer have an uncontested divorce. Therefore, at some point you will have a trial. Then the court will decide. But if someone refuses to sign a document that is required for an uncontested divorce, you cannot force them to sign.... View More
In February 2023, I became the custodial parent of my 16-year-old daughter and initiated a child support order against her mother. Although I attempted to serve the mother, she was never successfully served. Can I still pursue back child support, and what steps should I take to address the lack of... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
The state of Georgia does not award retroactive child support. When you do obtain a child support order, it will be from the date the order was signed going forward. It will not address child support prior to the date of the order. But it seems like your focus should be on having the... View More
Our house burned and he is willing to do joint custody and cancel out the child support if I keep her while he works, and get from school, he tried to close the case but they want let him, what do we need to do to get an agreement there is no child support?
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answered on Feb 11, 2025
You will need to modify the custody and child support in Superior court. That can be done by agreement.
I've expressed that I feel that my privacy is being invaded, and they say that under their roof, as a minor, I don't get privacy. I really need help with this because I pay my phone bill, I have a part-time job, and I'm a dual-enrollment student at college. I feel I'm being... View More
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answered on Feb 11, 2025
The legal question is whether this conduct is illegal. It is not. When you turn 18, you can always make sure the phone is transferred to a new account in your name and you will be able to have exclusive access to your phone once you are an adult.
Knew It was over between us. But after the incident, he has not reach out to our son or helped in any kind of way. It’s been 4 months now. He’s been completely absent. And his lawyer and him seem to be doing everything they can to prolong the court hearing. Can I ask for this to be dismissed... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
You can ask for anything but that doesn't mean you're going to get it. The case is unlikely to get dismissed and if the father has an attorney you should have one too. His motives for filing for legitimation don't matter. He has a right to legitimize and in that action, he can ask... View More
Our divorce was finalized on January 29, 2025. The child support agreement was signed in October 2024. When does the agreement become legally enforceable?
If both parties signed and notarized agreement, does the Judge still need to order it to be legally enforceable?
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answered on Feb 4, 2025
A judge has to sign the order and it be docketed with the clerk in order for it to be enforceable.
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answered on Jan 24, 2025
Whether he's on the birth certicate is irrelevant. In order for an unmarried father to have rights, he has to fIle for legitimation and get a legitimation order.
I have been to Gilmer county jail, twice with no charges, was in there for a year. once for threats, but when someone threatens my life and the life of my roommate they do nothing. and this is the third or fourth time I have made a complante against the person, its because I am gay,
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answered on Jan 24, 2025
It sounds like you're facing a deeply unfair and frustrating situation. Being treated differently because of who you are is not acceptable, and it’s clear this has been a painful and stressful experience for you. If someone is threatening your safety, your concerns deserve to be taken... View More
If I voluntary put myself on child support and haven't spoken nor seen my child over five years plus contact the other parent every week to speak to our child and she/he doesn't answer and just want to just collect child support payments without having to co-parenting; Am I able to... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2025
You aren't able to just cancel a child support order once you petition the court for one. Only the court can dismiss an order of support and that typically happens when the child has aged out of child support, been adopted, or if it is determined you are not the biological father. You are... View More
If I voluntary put myself on child support and haven't spoken nor seen my child over five years plus contact the other parent every week to speak to our child and she/he doesn't answer and just want to just collect child support payments without having to co-parenting; Am I able to... View More
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answered on Jan 17, 2025
No, you can't just terminate child support. If you want timesharing, consult with an attorney about filing and requesting timesharing.
I’m seeking legal advice regarding my ongoing divorce case. My current lawyer has been unresponsive since December 2024, and my husband’s attorney withdrew due to non-payment. Additionally, the Guardian ad Litem hasn’t provided any updates since August 2024, and the final hearing has been... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
The best route is to have a consultation with an attorney who will review your entire case file and advise you on next steps.
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
It depends on the order, but most child support stops at 18, unless the child is in high school.
There's a permanent restraining order in place that will be lifted December 2025 the other parent lives in a different state.. it is disability benefits but our bills are more than and I am unable to work the father is a barber in a different state who lies and act like he's unemployed... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2025
I'm unsure why child support was not adjudicated in your divorce as the divorce should have included child custody, child support and visitation. But you can always apply for child support as long as the child meets the requirements for support. And if you have someone whose income may be... View More
To any of the child support addendum. My ex husband has put false info and it has been approved without my permission.
answered on Dec 30, 2024
Child support addendums don't simply get approved, unless you came to an agreement. Otherwise, at trial, both parties would submit to the court a proposed child support worksheet, addendum, and evidence, and the court would decide what amount to order and what to put in the final order. If... View More
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