What penalties can face an employer who witholds income but doesn't send it to DOR for child support?

Florida Statutes 61.1301(2)(e) states that if any employer fails to deduct and pay the proper amounts from the Obligor's income, the employer is...

My child has been living with me for 6 month and I need to stop the child support. Which motion do I file. Abate or Modify?

Is your child living with your permanently now? If so, you can file a Supplemental Petition for Modification to modify the timesharing and child...

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How can I tell what percent of my paycheck will go towards child support ?

Florida Statutes 61.30 tells the Court how to calculate child support.

How can i remove myself from the system for child support when the mother doesn't want payment anymore?

Child support is generally, the right of the child, and the Court's highly discourage non payment of support, unless there are extraordinary...

Me and my wife havent filed for divorce yet, but she is getting foodstamps, can they make me pay child support now?

Yes, because your Wife asked for government assistance, the Department of Revenue will initiate proceedings for child support. Florida Statutes...

You will need to file a Petition to Domestic Foreign Judgment and Motion for Contempt/Enforcement, with a certified copy of the Judgment. I would...

Modify my divorce decree

There are alot of variables that could affect an attorney's answer. It would be best to schedule a consultation with an attorney to discuss these...

My ex girlfriend left the state with my 1 yr old daughter and now 14 years later files for child support. What are my rights?

I would consult with a family law attorney immediately. Based on your statements, I would file a Petition for Determination of Paternity and get a...

The Court would issue its ruling via Order or Final Judgment. A well written order should have details assessments by the Court of all the factors...

My 12 yr old wants me to have full custody??

A child's desires are just one of many factors in which the Court can determine if a modification is in the best interests of the child. I would...