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My spouse and I are currently separated, and we are in the process of filing for divorce in Kentucky. We have a child custody order from a Virginia court, but we do not want to include child support in the Kentucky divorce filing. Both of us is currently looking for jobs but not working , and we... View More 
answered on Mar 16, 2025
You would use language confirming that both of you have made full disclosure of all income and asset and that you have consulted the Kentucky Child Support Guidelines. You would also say that based on the agreement of the parties, neither party shall pay child support at this time and that the... View More
This woman literally sends some sort of notice or request to the county attorney, while listing the parties in reference as (name of parent 1) VS (name of parent 2)? Although the complainant isn't "parent 1", although that's the implication. These papers forwarded from her and... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
In Kentucky, there are ethical and legal concerns regarding an individual holding positions in both the child support office and the local detention center simultaneously. This situation can create a conflict of interest and potentially an abuse of power. The ability to influence both the... View More
I'm owed back pay for disability can child support take it
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
Okay - let's analyze whether child support can take back pay from SSI (Supplemental Security Income) disability benefits. Typically a few key factors come into play here:
- SSI back pay is generally protected from creditors and debt collection to some extent. So child support may be... View More
My 2.5 yo has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy and autism. I have sole custody with visits at my discretion. Dad hasn’t seen child since 2021 and has called 6 times in over three months. Got served with child support and asked me to have someone adopt him so he could signs rights away and get... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2023
If you already have sole custody, it is highly unlikely he is going to be able to change that bc the standard of proof is a high threshold. Additionally, if you have been living in your state for more than six months, any custody action should be brought where you and the child reside. You are... View More
If the adoptive parent consents when the bio parent is a over $4000 behind
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
When a parent surrenders their parental rights, they are essentially giving up all of their rights and responsibilities to the child. This includes the right to have contact with the child, the right to make decisions about the child's upbringing, and the right to receive child support from... View More
I have an ex-partner who is undocumented, and I am concerned that applying for child support might negatively impact his immigration case, especially since he can't work currently. I'm seeking an alternative solution to obtain a passport without taking him to court and risking his... View More
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answered on Jun 16, 2025
You’re not alone in wanting to support your child while protecting your ex’s immigration situation. Many parents in similar circumstances feel torn between securing resources for their child and not causing harm to the other parent. Your concern is both compassionate and legally significant.... View More
I was ordered by a Colorado court to pay child support when my son was 5 years old, and I paid until he was 15. He is now 35 years old. Recently, the state of Kentucky contacted me to pay back child support on behalf of Colorado, but I have not received any notices from a judge. Do I still have to... View More
answered on May 27, 2025
Yes. Most likely there is still a valid unpaid judgment out there against you. You might want to hire a lawyer to investigate a potential resolution for you.
I'm seeking clarity on whether a 15-year-old child can testify privately against their biological father regarding neglect and abuse due to potential nervousness in a courtroom setting. The case involves revoking the father's custody rights to prevent the child from being forced to return... View More
answered on May 15, 2025
The child can testify outside the physical presence of the father so long as the father can view the testimony via electronic means as it happens and he can see and hear what is said. There cannot be private testimony where the father is excluded completely as that would violate the confrontation... View More
I am a felon because of child support issues and have been charged with possession of a firearm found during a search of my truck. The search was based on a drug-sniffing dog's indication, but no drugs were found, and the body cam footage of the stop and search has been deleted. What legal... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2025
You’ll need to file a motion to suppress the stop and search as well as attack the “intentional deletion or distraction of exculpatory evidence” of the cam footage.
My spouse and I are currently separated, and we are filing for divorce in Kentucky. We have a child custody order from a Virginia court but do not want to include child support in the Kentucky divorce filing. We are both unemployed and actively job searching, and we wish to agree to deviate from... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
To structure a legally valid child support agreement deviating from Kentucky’s guidelines, you and your spouse must clearly outline in writing that you both understand the guidelines and mutually agree to depart from them. It’s important to specify why you are deviating, such as your current... View More
As a Canadian citizen who got my girlfriend in Kentucky pregnant while visiting the U.S., I am now back in Canada. We have no current arrangements, but she intends to pursue legal action to claim child support from me. I want to know if I can be held responsible for child support payments in... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2025
Yes. You can be held to pay child support and you can also be extradited back to Kentucky for failure to pay child support.
I have been informed that there is a small arrearage amount due from when my child was in the custody of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. My child returned to my custody in May, but the child support system did not stop support payments, and as such, the arrears reflected on the system... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2025
Wait for the audit. That should cure the error without further action on your part.
We have finalized custody through the Chesapeake, VA, court, granting joint custody and visitation. We have mutually agreed to share financial responsibility for our child without a formal child support order. Since both parents are committed to providing for the child, we want to know if Kentucky... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2025
Yes, but the agreement needs to recite that you have consulted the guidelines and agree to deviate from them in the establishment of child support.
I am in Kenton County, KY, dealing with a situation involving CPS and Judge Beck. CPS has breached confidentiality by discussing private information in court without my consent, despite the courtrooms being full of people. I have proof of their inaccuracies and have filed two complaints but... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2025
By filing a civil rights action against them in federal court.
My daughter’s father has never been on or paid child support (10y/o) he has refused to help at all with any finances and I want to begin child support. There are more stipulations I will have to disclose with conversation.
answered on Feb 7, 2025
Go to your local county attorney’s office. They will help you establish child support against dad.
Our kids were taken from us about 3 years ago because we didn't have home and we were using. We've had a CPS case open for about a year now but the people that have my children refuse to let us see them or speak to them and now they are trying to fight us for custody we've done... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2024
Yes. You have a chance. You’ll need to hire the best family court trial lawyer you can find.
answered on Nov 30, 2024
You go down to the courthouse Monday morning to the courthouse and add yourself back on for the next day your court division has a child support docket.
I got arrested for jo support and bonded out for 500 then missed my court date
I was worried I couldn't afford the CS or drive the 4 hrs one way every other weekend. I didnt think I had options.
answered on Oct 15, 2024
It will be very difficult. You will have to prove that you didn't understand or didn't know what options were available to you prior to signing the document.
My child support was originally set up before the law for parenting time adjustments in KY, however I saw a stipulation that if the kids have a medical card then the parenting time credit doesn't count. The card was set up through their mother so I have nothing to do with it. If I filed for an... View More
answered on Sep 20, 2024
If the child(ren) are receiving public assistance for healthcare, the 50% reduction does not apply.
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