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Do I have to pay child support ?
I live in Indiana where the law says you pay child support till the child turns 19. He recently graduated high school at 18 and got a good full time paying job. Am I still required to pay support to his mother for one more year till he turns 19?
7 Answers
- Max HooplaLv 77 years ago
If the court order says pay until the child is 19 then that what you have to do.
- babyboomer1001Lv 77 years ago
See a lawyer. Since he is working full time, if you do not owe arrears, you may be able to get the child support stopped. However, not if the boy intends to just take some time off, earn money for college and then go to college. Talk to him about his plans.
Source(s): Certified Paralegal, with 25+ years' experience. - Emily MLv 77 years ago
If the other parent agrees that your child is now self-supporting, you may be able to stop paying child support. See link below and talk to an attorney.
- 7 years ago
Yes, you should continue to pay child support. Do you intend to help with his college expenses? Check your divorce decree to see if you are required to continue to contribute to his care and education.
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- ?Lv 77 years ago
You will need to pay at LEAST until he is 19. The new law continues child support beyond that age if your child is in college. Your child's income is irrelevant.
Source(s): My job - Anonymous7 years ago
Yes its best to pay the child support just so you dont end up with some legal trouble. Its just one more year and your done with it
