I completely agree with Ms. Augen. The penalties are rarely enforced.

My husband has back due child support if he past away would i be responsible for It

You would not, but his estate might.

Does my girlfriend need to pay child support for my biological children?

No. Your girlfriend has no duty to support children that aren't hers. Right now it's just a request. She isn't even a party to your case. I...

How likely will a judge grant custody of my son to my ex?

Has your ex filed a petition for modification or a petition for relocation? If he files one of those, you should start contacting attorneys, but...

Please see charges below, what can be done to have my sister released, she is awaiting trail

Start contacting criminal attorneys in your area. She needs bond to be set.

Is there some kind of extension I can file to give me time to find a lawyer in a divorce case?

Asking for an extension to file an answer will probably only give you 15 days breathing room . Contact your county's bar association and see if...

Temporary Injunction and Contact

Contacting your attorney is allowed. Family law attorneys hear all sorts of derogatory information about their clients. I'm sure your attorney...

Arbitrator vs Attorney. Married 8 years, don't make a whole lot of $$. What can I expect in paying alimony?

I assuming you mean a mediator. A mediator can't give you legal advice, they just attempt to resolve the issues. An attorney acts as your...

My ex husband got a temp custody for my children and have no idea how to respond to the summons i would need advice for papers

Attorney Augen's advice is right on. You can file a motion for rehearing within 10 days. Most courts will accept even handwritten motions from...

Locking a child out

How old is the child? This is very concerning. I wouldn't leave a dog outside in the house unattended for hours at a time. If you suspect...