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The non-custodial parent has never made a payment for child support, that was court ordered in 2016. He is over $28,000 in arrears (according to DFCS case portal) but they won't enforce saying I have to re-file as a "Full" case.
answered on Feb 19, 2024
I wold advise you to hire an attorney and file for contempt. An attorney can assist you in obtaining a judgment and in post-judgment collections to collect on that judgment.
When my ex and i divorced we agreed, no child support. Now, I want to take him back. Since our divorced my pay increased 4k and his decreased 2k. We shared 50/50 custody and now our incomes are almost the same. Maybe off by 300 a month. Would it be a waste of my time to take him back to court?
answered on Mar 2, 2024
No one can tell you what the child support would be without any financial documents. Child support can be modified every two years without a material change in circumstances. If you think there could be an increase, you could hire an attorney and take the father back to court.
I received a notification that the Georgia Department of Human Services notified my employer to begin enforcing an Income Withholding Order. Our court order states “both parties agree an IWO isn’t necessary at this time”… is this legal to enforce? I’m not late and pay each month on time.... View More 
answered on Feb 6, 2024
Child support enforcement is now involved in collecting your child support for whatever reason. You can contact the Division of Child Support Services and inquire as to why an Income Deduction Order was signed. But if a judge signed the Order, your employer is likely to enforce it and begin the... View More
i was incarcerated in another county when my court date came up for determining the amount i would pay but none came and took me to court and they just put some number down that was incredibly higher than made or ever made and then wouldn't even look at it for another almost 3 yrs ...
answered on Feb 6, 2024
For the last 3 years the court expected you to pay the child support ordered. Two years after the order you could have filed for a modification. But a court is likely going to enforce the arrears balance for support that has accrued and not been paid. You can hire an attorney to try and... View More
I don't want to pay child support if he's living with me she won't agree to that
answered on Jan 8, 2024
If you have a child support order in your name and the child now lives with you, I would hire an attorney to file for a modification of custody, and ask for a temporary hearing, for the court to award you temporary physical custody. The mother may come and get the child back once she is served.... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2024
The father does not have to have an order to pay support to file for child abandonment. Prior to having a court order, there is still a duty to pay support. And no, child abandonment actions can be for either parent. If the father has the child and the mother is not spending time with the child... View More
can you ask the judge to order the maximum sentence of 12 months in jail? how do you request anger management and family counseling for the noncustodial parent during the hearing process?
answered on Jan 2, 2024
If you have a court order for someone to pay child support, and it is not being paid in accordance with the order, then you can file a contempt action. If you don't have a court order and the other parent is not spending time with the child or providing any financial assistance, you can file... View More
Child born in NJ when we resided there moved when child was 2. Dad has never met or tried to meet child pays child support occasionally. Now in GA but never transferred CS order but would like to apply for sole custody as child has special needs and I want to get a trust set up.
answered on Jan 2, 2024
If you're the mother and the father has never legitimized, you already have sole physical and legal custody under GA law. Therefore, you wouldn't file for something you already have. If the father now wants to file for sole custody, he should file in the county where the mother lives... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
If you were not allowed to prove your innocence in child support court in Georgia, it is crucial to review any court orders or notices you received and consult with a family law attorney. Assess the specifics of your case, and guide you on potential legal actions. If you believe there was a... View More
I’m 23, once we told her mom they wanted to speak to her face to face, and she blocked me off my girlfriend social media accounts and every other way of contacting her. Is that illegal for her to keep me away from my girlfriend & unborn child if my girlfriend is an adult? How would I get... View More
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
No, it's not illegal. If your girlfriend wants contact with you, she will find a way.
answered on Jan 2, 2024
You can file a case with the state for your arrears or hire a private attorney to file a contempt action. Those are your options.
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
Dealing with a narcissistic co-parent can be difficult, but prioritizing your child's well-being is crucial. Keep detailed records of interactions, set and enforce clear boundaries, and communicate in writing to avoid direct conflict. Seek support from a therapist specializing in narcissistic... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2023
If you are married you should file for divorce if you want some form of custody and/or visitation. If you’re not married you will need to legitimize. But it’s unclear how she can threaten to take custody unless you are the parent who has custody right now. And if that’s the case, then... View More
Do I have to be legitimized through the court system
answered on Dec 9, 2023
If you are the father DFCS will not give you custody even temporarily until you legitimize. Therefore, yes, the juvenile court will allow you to legitimize the child and sign an order, should they decide too, so that you can be awarded custody.
I want to make my wife stay at home but she is afraid because of the child support agreement. She is afraid that she will lose custody.
answered on Dec 9, 2023
If she becomes voluntarily unemployed there is no way to say how that will impact her custody or the fathers visitation. Her loss of income could cause the other party to take her back to court and ask for a change of custody. No longer having the financial capability to support the child could... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
If they were ordered to pay your attorneys fees then that means you have an attorney. Speak with your attorney about sending them a letter if the deadline has passed. Your attorney can then take the necessary steps if they don't respond with collecting. But your attorney is still on this... View More
She ended it. Discovery in feb and admission in Sep. has blam me for it, convinced mutual friends that I am not mentally stable resulting in isolation, misled couples therapist etc. I have offered options to reconcile even after the admission of lying about ending relationship. Instead she is... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2023
You can obviously make any allegations you want, the same as she. Whether the court will consider those allegations cruel treatment is up to the judge. At this point since you have completed some form of discovery, I would focus on preparing for trial. And if you can't hire an attorney, the... View More
He told me to send the papers to his mother's address in TX, however, he is currently in MN with no place to stay.
answered on Nov 22, 2023
You may qualify for a divorce by publication if his location is truly unknown. However, with a divorce by publication the court is limited on the issues they can decide and often will be prohibited from making determinations on issues such as child support and equitable division if there is no... View More
I recently broke up with my girlfriend, who has no job and pays nothing, but lives with me in my friend's house. She then abruptly revealed that she is pregnant, a child I do not want. She agreed at first and scheduled an appointment to have an abortion, but is now changing her mind, holding... View More
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
1. In Georgia she is allowed to record without your consent.
2. You can't evict her because it's not your house. You certainly can move if you want to be away from her.
3. You can't force her to have an abortion.
4. She can have the baby and seek child... View More
Will the wife of the non-custodial father be required to pay child support if the non-custodial father is unable to pay the child support due to unemployment?
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
No. The stepparent has no responsibility to pay their spouse's child support.
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